Respiratory Virus Panel, PCR

Message
This 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 - MM MMC


CPT Codes
87631 (3-5 targets), 87632 (6-11 targets)

Includes
Includes Influenza A & B and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) A & B.
Upon request if positive for Influenza A, strain typing (subtype H1 and subtype H3) can be performed at additional charge.


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 72hrs


Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Multiplex reverse transcription and amplified probe technique

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday, continuously


Report Available
Same day


Reference Range
Negative
Critical value (automatic call-back):  any positive result.


Performing Laboratory
McKee Medical Center - Microbiology/Molecular Laboratory



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.