Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
N/P Swab
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Nasal/nasopharyngeal swab in V-C-M medium (green-cap) tube or equivalent (UTM)
Container Type
Viral Media
Collection Instructions
0.2-0.7 mL nasopharyngeal aspirate or bronchial alveolar lavage (BAL)/wash 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
Test Volume Required
0.7 mL
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL
CPT Codes
87798
Revised
09-27-22