Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
Respiratory Specimen
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB07951
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL Bronchial alveolar lavage (BAL)/wash or Sputum
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Indicate source in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
CPT Codes
87798
Revised
11/10/23
Initials
SA