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Lab Test Dictionary

Zika Virus, PCR, Molecular Detection, Serum (RZIKS)

Methodology

Real-Time Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization


Synonyms

Zika; Microencephaly; Vector-Borne Illiness

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Mayo Medical Lab


Epic ID

Other Reference Test

Lab Test Days

Tuesday and Thursday

Standard TAT

5-8 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days (Preferred); Frozen: 7 Days

Test Volume Required

0.5 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.25 mL Serum

Processing Instructions

Separate serum into a sterile container within 6 hours of collection. Order in Mayolink and send with Mayo courier Monday-Friday.


CPT Codes

87662