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Mumps Virus RNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR

Test Code
MUMPS RNA,PCR(O)


CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen
Oral/buccal swab in sterile leak-proof container in 3 mL M4 media, or VCM medium (green-cap) tube or equivalent (UTM)


Minimum Volume
0.35 mL


Transport Temperature
Frozen


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


Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 2-3 days


Reference Range
Not detected


Clinical Significance
This real-time PCR assay is able to rapidly detect mumps virus RNA in infected individuals. It can be used as a tool to help diagnose disease in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, particularly in the situations of disease outbreak.



Last Updated: June 20, 2026


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.