RSV, RAPID MOLECULAR

Test Code

RSV (OE), RRSV (LAB)

CPT Codes
87634

Includes

This isothermal nucleic acid amplification assay is intended for the qualitative detection of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) viral RNA in nasal or nasopharyngeal specimens in patients <18 years and >/= 60 years of age with signs and symptoms of an influenza infection.

Preferred Specimen

Sterile Nasopharyngeal Swab

Patient Preparation
Follow procedure for nasopharyngeal collection.

Other Acceptable Specimens

None

Instructions

Refrigerate if testing will be delayed >2 hours.

Transport Temperature

Room Temperature

Specimen Stability

Direct swab:

2 hours at 15-30°C
24 hours at 2-8°C

Methodology
Isothermal Nucleic Acid Amplification (NAAT)

Setup Schedule

DAILY, as received

Report Available

STAT: <60 minutes

Reference Range

Negative

Clinical Significance

RSV infection exhibits a seasonality. RSV bronchiolitis and pneumonia are most evident during the months of November through March primarily affecting the newborn and infants <2 years of age. RSV is the predominant cause of pediatric pneumonia and acute bronchiolitis. It has also been implicated in apnea in infants, otitis media, and acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis.

Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hosptial
Holy Cross Hospital

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