Methodology
PCR (LIAT)
Synonyms
Rapid COVID; Rapid SARS; COVID-19; COVID 19
Specimen Type
NP or Nasal Swab
Performing Lab
RCHSD Microbiology
Epic ID
LAB06022
Lab Test Days
As Received
Standard TAT
2-3 Hours
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Nasopharyngeal (NP) or Nasal (NS) swab in Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Container Type
Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp-OK/Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Hours; Refrigerated: 72 Hours; Frozen: >72 Hours
Rejection Criteria
Leaked specimen; Unlabeled or mislabeled specimen
Test Volume Required
Nasopharyngeal (NP) or Nasal (NS) swab in Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Minimum Test Volume
Nasopharyngeal (NP) or Nasal (NS) swab in Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Processing Instructions
Receive sample in lab and deliver promptly to Micro bench staff. DO NOT place in Micro bucket.
Included Tests
SARS COVID-19.
CPT Codes
87635
Revised
5/17/24
Initials
SA