Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-0.7 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Whole blood collected in an ACD (yellow-top) tube or 1 tick (in 70% ethanol) in a sterile leak-proof container is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable (30 Days for tick)
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis; Frozen whole blood; Heparin whole blood
Test Volume Required
0.7 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Whole Blood
CPT Codes
87798
Revised
09-26-22