Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01148 (Back-Up Only)
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 6 Days; Frozen: 6 Months
Rejection Criteria
Sodium heparin (green-top) tube; Lithium heparin (green-top) tube; Unspun PPT tubes; Frozen whole blood
Test Volume Required
2 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate plasma from cells within 24 hours of collection.
Comments
Refer to in-house test (LAB001384).
CPT Codes
87799
Revised
6/18/25
Initials
SA