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Laboratory Services

Where do I send samples for diagnosis of viral haemorrhagic fever?

Please call the Reference Laboratory for advice before sending any samples. The laboratory must be also be notified when samples are actually despatched.

Samples should be packed and labelled according to current regulations for Hazard group 4 pathogens.

  1. Dr David Brown or Dr Robin Gopal
    HPA CfI, Viral Zoonosis Unit
    Virus Reference Department
    61 Colindale Avenue, London. NW9 5HT
    Tel: (+44) 020 8327 6017
    (+44) 020 8200 4400 (24hour)

    For further information on VRD and referral of specimens and samples: VRD homepage

  2. Special Pathogens Reference Unit
    HPA Centre for Emergency Preparedness and Response
    Porton Down, Salisbury,
    Wiltshire. SP4 0JG
    Tel: (+44) 01980 612224
    (+44) 01980 612100 (24 hour)

    For further information on SPRU and referral of specimens and samples:
    Special Pathogens Reference Unit (SPRU)


Last reviewed: 29 December 2009