Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-0.7 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
0.7 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL CSF
CPT Codes
87799
Revised
09-26-22