Influenzae A and B

Test Code

FLABC

CPT Codes
87804

Preferred Specimen

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Nasopharyngeal Wash or Aspirate

Submit nasopharyngeal wash or aspirate in a sterile
container. Label specimen appropriately.

Note: Specimen source is
required.

Sputum

Submit sputum in a sterile container. Label
specimen appropriately.

Note: Specimen source is required.

Swab Specimens

Collect nasopharyngeal, nasal, or throat specimen using a
FLOQSwab. Label specimen appropriately.

Note: Specimen source is required.

Transport Temperature

Ambient in sterile cup or red top tube.

Methodology
Viral Antigen Detection

Setup Schedule

Monday through Sunday

Reference Range

No influenzae A/B antigen detected

Critical Values: Positive results on Inpatients

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.