It is important to contact the laboratory
prior to each shipment
Address label:
Dr Bruce Thorley
Poliovirus Reference Laboratory
Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL)
10 Wreckyn St North Melbourne
Victoria 3051
| Telephone |
(03) 9342 2600 (24 hour contact number) |
| Facsimile |
(03) 9342 2665 |
| Email |
polio@mh.org.au |
Include a label stating: "shipment to be kept refrigerated
whenever possible".
An Australian customs (AQIS) import permit is required for all
shipments of virus isolates and specimens from outside Australia.
The permit is available from the laboratory upon request.
Contact the laboratory for a more detailed description of shipping
requirements and availability of courier services within Australia.
