Rubella Virus RNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR

Test Code

16730

CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen

0.7 mL amniotic fluid collected in a sterile screw cap container or serum or 3 mL respiratory swab collected in an M4 media or VCM medium (green-cap) tube or equivalent (UTM)

Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Calcium alginate swabs

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

Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 1-2 days

Report Available

Reports same day.

Clinical Significance

Detection of rubella virus RNA by Real-Time PCR is a useful tool for the rapid diagnosis of congenital rubella virus infection.

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.