CSF ENTEROVIRUS BY RTPCR XPERT

Test Code

ENTCSF-XPERT

CPT Codes
87498

Preferred Specimen

CSF

Transport Container

CSF#2

Transport Temperature

REF- 24HRS

Methodology
BY RTPCR XPERT

Setup Schedule

Set Up:
Report Available:

Reference Range

CSF ENTEROVIRUS

Clinical Significance

Rapid molecular detection of enterovirus in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) has revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment modalities of patients with meningitis and largely affected cost of unnecessary antibiotic use and length of stay in hospitals.

Performing Laboratory
LMH - Microbiology x3758 or3759: Molecular x3170

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.