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Respiratory Virus Panel, PCR
MessageThis test may be used for RSV in patients over 20 years of age due to the limitation of the rapid RSV by EIA.
Test Code
RVP PCR
CPT Codes
87631 (3-5 targets), 87632 (6-11 targets)
Includes
Includes Influenza A & B and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) A & B.
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
