Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Synonyms
WNV
Specimen Type
See Collection Instructions
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.4-1.2 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
1-3 mL Plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD Solution A/B (yellow-top) tube or serum collected in a red-top tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Specimens containing heparin
Test Volume Required
1.2 mL
Minimum Test Volume
0.4 mL
Processing Instructions
Indicate source in comments, on specimen and batch sheet.
CPT Codes
87798
Revised
5/16/24
Initials
SA