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1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 142 (from laksa148)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa142.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.dshs.texas.gov/sars-cov-2-covid-19-real-time-rt-pcr\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.dshs.texas.gov/sars-cov-2-covid-19-real-time-rt-pcr\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.dshs.texas.gov\/sars-cov-2-covid-19-real-time-rt-pcr","crawl_time":1765378327,"first_indexed_time":1680287473,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"gov,texas!dshs,www,\/sars-cov-2-covid-19-real-time-rt-pcr s443","src_root_hash":"16561566884485818542","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Real-Time RT-PCR | Texas DSHS","meta_descriptions":[],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Laboratory Fee Schedule Procedure #:  MCN0311A Synonym(s):  COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) PCR, SARS-CoV-2 rRT-PCR Requisition Form G2-V Test Description Testing samples for the detection of nucleic acid from the SARS-CoV-2 virus in individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider. Pre-Approval Needed All specimens for COVID-19 testing require preapproval. Contact your  Local Health Department or DSHS Public Health Region  to ensure patient meets the criteria for testing and to obtain approval to test.  DO NOT  ship specimens prior to receiving this approval. Supplemental Information Required N\/A Supplemental Form(s) N\/A Performed on Specimens from (sources) Human Sample\/Specimen Type for Testing Nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs Oropharyngeal (OP) swabs NP\/OP (combined) swabs  Anterior nasal swabs  Mid-turbinate nasal swabs Nasal aspirates Nasal washes Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid Minimum Volume\/Size Required 2-3 mL Storage\/Preservation Prior to Shipping Refrigerate at 2-8°C or freeze at -70°C or below. Transport Medium Universal transport media (UTM) Viral transport media (VTM) Specimen Labeling Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number). Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form. Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements Ship samples:  According to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and\/or CFR 49. Handling as infectious agent using universal precautions. Triple-contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious agents. If specimens are expected to arrive at the lab within 72 hours of collection, refrigerate at 2-8°C and ship overnight on ice packs. If specimens are expected to arrive at the lab after 72 hours of collection, freeze at     -70°C and ship overnight on dry ice. Method Real-Time RT-PCR Turn-around Time 2 business days Interferences\/Limitations False negative may result if specimen is improperly collected, transported, or handled. Detection of viral RNA does not imply that the corresponding virus is infectious or is the causative agent for clinical symptoms. A negative result does not preclude infection. Common Causes for Rejection Information on the submission form and sample do not match. Failure to put two forms of identification on sample. Specimen received cold greater than 72 hours after collection. Specimen received ambient. Specimen leaked in transit. Submission of incorrect sample\/specimen type. Submission of incorrect or expired transport medium. Additional Information Please mark the COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) PCR test request box on the submission form. Note: By checking the Influenza Surveillance or COVID-19 PCR test request box, submitters authorize DSHS to test for Flu and\/or COVID as resources allow.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.dshs.texas.gov\/sars-cov-2-covid-19-real-time-rt-pcr#main-content)\n\nThe Department of State Health Services is currently undergoing Sunset review. 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Boilerpipe Text	Laboratory Fee Schedule Procedure #: MCN0311A Synonym(s): COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) PCR, SARS-CoV-2 rRT-PCR Requisition Form G2-V Test Description Testing samples for the detection of nucleic acid from the SARS-CoV-2 virus in individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider. Pre-Approval Needed All specimens for COVID-19 testing require preapproval. Contact your Local Health Department or DSHS Public Health Region to ensure patient meets the criteria for testing and to obtain approval to test. DO NOT ship specimens prior to receiving this approval. Supplemental Information Required N/A Supplemental Form(s) N/A Performed on Specimens from (sources) Human Sample/Specimen Type for Testing Nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs Oropharyngeal (OP) swabs NP/OP (combined) swabs Anterior nasal swabs Mid-turbinate nasal swabs Nasal aspirates Nasal washes Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid Minimum Volume/Size Required 2-3 mL Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping Refrigerate at 2-8°C or freeze at -70°C or below. Transport Medium Universal transport media (UTM) Viral transport media (VTM) Specimen Labeling Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number). Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form. Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements Ship samples: According to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49. Handling as infectious agent using universal precautions. Triple-contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious agents. If specimens are expected to arrive at the lab within 72 hours of collection, refrigerate at 2-8°C and ship overnight on ice packs. If specimens are expected to arrive at the lab after 72 hours of collection, freeze at -70°C and ship overnight on dry ice. Method Real-Time RT-PCR Turn-around Time 2 business days Interferences/Limitations False negative may result if specimen is improperly collected, transported, or handled. Detection of viral RNA does not imply that the corresponding virus is infectious or is the causative agent for clinical symptoms. A negative result does not preclude infection. Common Causes for Rejection Information on the submission form and sample do not match. Failure to put two forms of identification on sample. Specimen received cold greater than 72 hours after collection. Specimen received ambient. Specimen leaked in transit. Submission of incorrect sample/specimen type. Submission of incorrect or expired transport medium. Additional Information Please mark the COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) PCR test request box on the submission form. Note: By checking the Influenza Surveillance or COVID-19 PCR test request box, submitters authorize DSHS to test for Flu and/or COVID as resources allow.
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DO NOT ship specimens prior to receiving this approval. \| \| Supplemental Information Required \| N/A \| \| Supplemental Form(s) \| N/A \| \| Performed on Specimens from (sources) \| Human \| \| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing \| Nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs Oropharyngeal (OP) swabs NP/OP (combined) swabs Anterior nasal swabs Mid-turbinate nasal swabs Nasal aspirates Nasal washes Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid \| \| Minimum Volume/Size Required \| 2-3 mL \| \| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping \| Refrigerate at 2-8°C or freeze at -70°C or below. \| \| Transport Medium \| Universal transport media (UTM) Viral transport media (VTM) \| \| Specimen Labeling \| Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number). Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form. \| \| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements \| Ship samples:According to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49. 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