Chikungunya Virus RNA, Qualitative Rt-PCR

Test Code
LAB100081


CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen
Red no-additive no-gel


Minimum Volume
0.3 mL


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 day
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)



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.