Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
See Collection Instructions
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB09238
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-0.7 mL Synovial Fluid
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
0.3-0.7 mL Whole blood collect in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD Solution A/B (yellow-top) tube or tissue 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 (Unacceptable for Whole Blood)
Rejection Criteria
Eswab
Test Volume Required
0.7 mL Synovial Fluid or Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Synovial Fluid or Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Indicate source of specimen in comments, on specimen and batch sheet. Send tissue in sterile container frozen.
CPT Codes
87798
Revised
09-27-22