Norovirus RNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR

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Test Name:  Norovirus RNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR
Reference Lab: QNI
Test Code: 19098
Shipping Temp: Frozen: 30 days
Specimen Type: 1 g frozen stool in a sterile plastic leak-proof container
TAT: 2-4 days
CPT Code: 87798
Cost: _
Additional Comments: _
FDA Approved Test: YES_ NO_ LDT_
Medical Director/Pathologist: approved by
Billing Completed by_ Date_ Time_


Test Code
QNI FLEXI 19098


Quest Code
19098


Alias/See Also
19098


CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen
1 g frozen stool in a sterile leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
0.5 g


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Reverse-Transcription Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available 1-3 days


Reference Range
Not detected


Clinical Significance
Reverse Transcription PCR (RT-PCR) assays are widely used for the rapid and sensitive detection of noroviruses in biological specimens.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042




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.