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Respiratory Virus Expanded Panel, PCR
Test CodeRVP Expanded PCR
Alias/See Also
Adenovirus, Human Metapneumovirus, Parainfluenza and Rhinovirus
CPT Codes
87631 (3-5 targets), 87632 (6-11 targets)
Preferred Specimen
Nasopharyngeal swab
Instructions
Collect specimen using Universal Viral Transport Kit.
- Insert a flocked swab containing a dry tip into 1 nostril and into the nasopharyngeal area.
- Press swab gently against the nasal wall to allow swab to absorb secretions.
- Rotate swab 2 to 3 times and withdraw.
- Place swab into a Universal viral transport media.
- Break off shaft of swab and cap tube.
- Label container with two patient identifiers (full name, DOB or MR) and date and time of collection.
- Maintain sterility and forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Nasopharyngeal swab in Universal Viral Transport Media - Refrigerated 48 hrs
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Multiplex reverse transcription and amplified probe technique
Setup Schedule
Daily
Report Available
2-16 hours
Performing Laboratory
McKee Medical Center - Microbiology/Molecular Laboratory
