SARS-CoV-2 RNA (COVID-19), Qualitative NAAT, (Self Collect)

Test Code

39751

CPT Codes
87635<br><strong>Restricted Client Code</strong>

Preferred Specimen

One (1) anterior nares swab collected using the Quest Diagnostics COVID-19 Self Collection Kit

Minimum Volume

1 swab

Instructions

Order the SARS CoV2 RNA, QL NAAT, (Self Collect) test separately from other tests.

Transport using the provided FedEx shipper directly to Quest Diagnostics per instructions provided in the Quest Diagnostics COVID-19 Self Collection Kit.

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: Acceptable
Frozen: Acceptable

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Swab and media not provided to the customer in the Quest Diagnostics COVID-19 Self Collection Kit • Media tube without a swab inside

Methodology
Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) includes RT-PCR or TMA

FDA Status
This test has been authorized by the FDA under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for use by authorized laboratories.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Daily; Report available: 2-3 days

Reference Range

Not detected

Clinical Significance

The SARS-CoV-2 RNA (COVID-19), Nucleic-acid Amplification Test (NAAT) is a qualitative multi-target molecular diagnostics test that aids in the detection of COVID-19. This test is intended to be performed on respiratory specimens collected from individuals who meet the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) clinical and/or Epidemiological criteria for COVID-19 testing. For details visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/index.html.

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.