Orf (parapox) - vesicle fluid
Microbiology
Notes
- ORF usually presents as vesicles on the hands of sheep and goat handlers
Sample requirements
Smear fresh vesicle fluid onto a clean glass slide.
Leave to dry.
Required information
- Relevant clinical details
- Date of onset
Storage/transport
Store and transport at ambient temperature in an appropriate container
Turnaround time
Sent to a National Reference Centre
Up to 7 days