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INFLUENZA A&B, RAPID MOLECULAR

Test Code
INFABD (OE), INFLUAB (LAB)


CPT Codes
87502

Preferred Specimen
Request swab from the lab. 


Patient Preparation
  1. To collect a nasal swab sample, carefully insert the swab into the nostril exhibiting the most visible drainage, or the nostril that is most congested if drainage is not visible. 
  2. Using gentle rotation, push the swab until resistance is met at the level of the turbinates (less than one inch into the nostril). Rotate the swab several times against the nasal wall then slowly remove from the nostril.

 

Other Acceptable Specimens
Sterile Foam Tipped Swab


Transport Temperature
Room Teperature


Specimen Stability
Direct swab:
  • 2 hours at 15-30°C
  • 24 hours at 2-8°C


Setup Schedule
DAILY, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes


Reference Range
Negative


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital 
Holy Cross Hospital



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.