Zika Virus Real-TIme PCR, Serum

Test Code
LAB10044


Alias/See Also
1233000031 / VIRACOR test code 4800


CPT Codes
87662

Preferred Specimen
Red Top Tube


Minimum Volume
1 Full Red Top Tube


Instructions
Centrifuge and transfer 2 mL serum to sterile, screw top tube.
Avoid using gel separator tubes; samples collected in gel separator tubes have increased rate of PCR inhibition.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature or Frozen


Specimen Stability
Specimens shipped at Room Temperature temperature must be received within 4 days of collection.


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


Reference Range
SEE RESULT REPORT


Performing Laboratory
EUROFINS VIRACOR


Last Updated: August 26, 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.