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COVID-19 by PCR, RISK ASSESSMENT for HOSPITALS
Test CodeCO19S
Alias/See Also
Corona; SARS; COV2
CPT Codes
87635
Preferred Specimen
Abbott Universal Collection Kit
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Note: Repeat testing may not be available due to decreased sample volume.
Note: Repeat testing may not be available due to decreased sample volume.
Other Acceptable Specimens
Swabs transported in viral transport medium (M4, VCM, UTM).
Transport Container
Abbott Universal Collection Kit
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
- Note: Samples will automatically be frozen if negative, and kept for 7 days.
- 2-8°C up to 3 days
- -20°C up to 1 month
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
- QNS samples will be rejected
- Leaking or contaminated samples will be rejected
- Alinity m Multi-Collect Specimen Collection Kit
Methodology
RT-PCR
Setup Schedule
M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su
Report Available
Report available within 48 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory. Additional time may be required if repeat testing is needed.
Reference Range
Not detected
Clinical Significance
This test is intended for hospital pre-surgical patients or patients that will be discharged to an extended care facility
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIMAM (Immunology, Alinity M)
Last Updated: May 9, 2024