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Virus Reference Department (VRD): user manual

The Virus Reference Department (VRD) provides clinical advice and investigations for a wide range of human virus infections.

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UK Health Security Agency
Published
1 August 2013
Last updated
311 September 20242025 — See all updates

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Virus Reference Department (VRD): user manual

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Information on the units of the Virus Reference Department (VRD) and the services they provide.

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Published 1 August 2013
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Update history

2026-07-09 09:30
Updated with version 22.

2025-09-11 08:54
Added updated guidance, version 21.

2024-09-03 12:08
Added latest version of user manual.

2024-03-26 08:03
Removed a service update.

2023-07-31 17:07
Updated user manual.

2022-08-30 14:54
Updated user manual.