Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
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 Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Serum
CPT Codes
87798
Revised
09-27-22