INFLUENZA rRTPCR

Test Code
INFLUENZA rRTPCR


Preferred Specimen
Nasal, Nasopharyngeal, Tracheal, Branchoalveolar specimen from Swabs, washes, or aspirates


Instructions
Specimens are to be collected on swabs with a synthetic tip (nylon, polyester, or dacron) and an aluminum or plastic shaft. Send with patient case form.


Transport Container
Viral Transport Medium or Universal Transport Medium




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.