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SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19) PCR *GBMC*

Test Code
LAB6189


CPT Codes
87635

Preferred Specimen
Nasopharyngeal Swab


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate Specimen


Methodology
PCR

Setup Schedule
Daily


Clinical Significance
Antibody tests have not been shown to definitively diagnose or exclude SARS-CoV-2 infection. Positive results could also be due to past or present infection with non-SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus strains, such as coronavirus HKU1, NL63, OC43, or 229E. Diagnosis of COVID-19 is made by detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA by molecular testing methods, consistent with a patient’s clinical findings.


Performing Laboratory

GBMC Immunology



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.