RSV, Rapid Screen

Test Code
RSV


Preferred Specimen
Container with nasal wash,aspirates, mini tip non-gel for NP


Instructions
Testing Frequency: Daily, STAT within 1 hour


Transport Container
XST, Sterile Container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 72 hours, refrigerated


Methodology
Immunochromatographic membrane assay



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.