Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Synonyms
Novel Coronavirus; COVID19; nCOV; COVID-19; COVID; Wuhan,SARS-COV-2-S; Coronavirus
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics (Back-Up Only)
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=4 Days; Refrigerated=7 Days; Frozen=30 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
CPT Codes
86769
Revised
08-10-21
Initials
SA