Upper Respiratory Quad Panel (FLU A/B, RSV, COVID-19)

Test Code
LAB7160 800


Alias/See Also
COVID
SARS
FLU
RSV


CPT Codes
24100

Includes
SARS-COV-2, RNA (CEPHEID) RT-PCR
FLU A, RNA (CEPHEID) RT-PCR
FLU B, RNA (CEPHEID) RT-PCR
RSV, RNA (CEPHEID) RT-PCR


Instructions


Preferred Collection: Mini-tip Swab in 1-3mL BD UTM (BD#220529)


Alternative: Mini-tip Swab in VTM


Unacceptable Collection:
Double culturette swab (Red-top); Cotton tip swab; Wooden shaft swab; Calcium alginate swab; any other than listed in preferred or acceptable collection; Do not transport frozen.


Transport Container
UTM Universal Transport Medium
BD Mini-tip VTM


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Specimen Storage
1. Clinical specimens can be stored at room temperature (15–30 ºC) for up to 24 hours
2. Refrigerated at 2-8 ºC for up to 7days after collection in transport media.


Reference Range
SARS-COV-2, RNA RT-PCR- Negative

FLU A, RNA RT-PCR- Negative

FLU B, RNA RT-PCR- Negative

RSV, RNA RT-PCR- Negative


Clinical Significance
Simultaneous detection and differentiation of SARS-CoV-2 (cause of COVID-19), influenza A virus, influenza B virus, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in upper respiratory tract specimens from individuals with flu-like illnesses. Multiplex Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction RT-PCR


Performing Laboratory
MWH LAB SH LAB



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