Methodology
Real-Time (PCR)
Synonyms
Enterovirus RNA Qualitative; Coxsackie Virus PCR; Echovirus PCR; EV D68
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
RCHSD MDL (PCR)
Epic ID
LAB00348
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday (10 AM Cutoff)
Standard TAT
48 Hours
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-0.5 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Collect in sterile screw-capped container.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 hrs; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 1 Month
Rejection Criteria
Unlabeled or incompletely labeled specimens; Specimens with signs of leakage
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL CSF
Processing Instructions
Transfer CSF in an orange screw-cap tube. Place CSF in a small clear bag and place in -80 freezer MDL (PCR) bin as soon as possible.
Included Tests
Enterovirus (EV), Coxsackie Virus, Echovirus, Enterovirus D68 PCR
Comments
This assay detects nearly the entire spectrum of human enteroviruses, including the coxsackieviruses, polioviruses and the echoviruses. It does not differentiate among the EV serotypes.
CPT Codes
87498
Revised
1/15/25
Initials
SA