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Enterovirus PCR, Qualitative

Methodology

Real-Time (PCR)

Synonyms

Enterovirus RNA Qualitative; Coxsackie Virus PCR; Echovirus PCR; EV D68

Specimen Type

CSF

Performing Lab

RCHSD PCR Lab

Epic ID

LAB00348

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday at 1000

Standard TAT

Within 48 hours of receipt

Stat TAT

N/A

Collection Information

Specimen Required

0.3 ml CSF

Container Type

Sterile Container

Collection Instructions

Collect in sterile screw cap container.

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 48 hrs; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 1 Month

Test Volume Required

0.3 ml CSF

Minimum Test Volume

0.1 ml CSF

Processing Instructions

Store in -70 freezer ASAP

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

09-17-18