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SARS Antigen FIA
Test CodeCOVAG
Alias/See Also
SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19, COVID19
CPT Codes
87426
Preferred Specimen
Nasal Swab or Nasopharyngeal Swab
Minimum Volume
N/A
Instructions
Nasal Swab Collection for SARS Antigen: Carefully insert the nasal swab into the nostril that presents the most secretion under visual inspection. Using gentle rotation, push the swab until resistance is met at the level of the turbinates (less than one inch into the nostril). Rotate the swab several times against the nasal wall then remove it from the nostril.
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Methodology
Fluorescent Immunoassay
Setup Schedule
Monday-Sunday
Reference Range
Negative (Normal)
Positive (Critical Abnormal)
Positive (Critical Abnormal)
Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department
Performing Laboratory
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department