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Norovirus by PCR

Test Code
FNORO


CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen
Acceptable Specimens:


Fecal specimens

NOTE:  Fecal sample must be liquid or take the
shape of the container (soft).  Formed fecal specimens will be
rejected.  Specimens may be refrigerated up to 48
hours.  


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.


Methodology
Molecular PCR

Setup Schedule
Monday  through Sunday


Reference Range

Negative for Norovirus by PCR



Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department



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.