COVID-19 (SARS-COV-2) & INFLUENZA A/B, NAA (ROCHE LIAT)

Message
Collect a swab from one of the following areas using sterile collection techniques and immediately place in Viral Transport MediaNasopharynx (preferred)Anterior nares


Test Code
LAB15531 CVFLU


Alias/See Also
CVFLU


CPT Codes
87636

Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Specimen must be received in the laboratory within 24 hours of collection. Minimum Testing Volume: 3 mL Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 4 hoursRefrigerated : 72 hoursFrozen: Undefined Causes for Rejection: Specimen received mislabeled/unlabeled, submitted in improper transport media or swab, leaking specimens, bloody or contain excessive mucous.


Clinical Significance
1230140036



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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