Possible Viral Haemorrhagic Fever (VHF) Management in Adults and Children (279)
25/09/2025 Due to the temporary closure of the QEUH microbiology capacity for HCID specimens, HCID microbiology specimens (including VHF) MUST be sent to GRI Microbiology (Level 4, New Lister Building) adhering to the sample packaging and transport requirements outlined in the attached guideline below.
Please note there are no other changes in respect to possible VHF cases and the current notification and communication protocols remain the same.
VHF is a rare cause of illness in persons returning from some tropical countries. VHF is caused by infection with one of the following viruses – Lassa, Ebola, Marburg and Crimean‐Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF). Malaria is the most common diagnosis in patients suspected of having VHF and urgent treatment may be necessary.