Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Whole Blood collected in and ACD Solution B (yellow-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hrs; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
1 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Whole Blood
CPT Codes
87801
Revised
09-27-22