Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Synonyms
EV PCR
Specimen Type
See Collection Instructions
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD Solution A/B (yellow-top) tube or 0.3-0.7 mL CSF collected in a sterile container is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Specimens containing heparin
Test Volume Required
0.7 mL Serum, Plasma or CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Serum, Plasma or CSF
Processing Instructions
Indicate source in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet. To avoid cross contamination do not return aliquot to original container.
CPT Codes
87498
Revised
09-27-22