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MUMPS VIRUS BY PCR

Test Code
LAB0523


Preferred Specimen
Oral/buccal swab in sterile leak-proof container in 3 mL M4 media, or VCM medium (green-cap) tube or equivalent (UTM)


Minimum Volume
0.35 mL


Transport Container
M4 media or VCM medium


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
2-4 days




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.