COVID-19, Flu A+B NAA (LABCORP)

Test Code

1231101349

Alias/See Also

LAB2119: Covid-19, Flu A+B RNA, PCR | LABCORP EAP: 140147

CPT Codes
87636x1

Preferred Specimen

LABCORP LAB: VIRAL TRANSPORT MEDIA (Frozen) Min Vol: 1

Transport Temperature

Specimen: Swab of posterior oropharynx, tonsils, or other inflamed area Volume: Single flocked swab in liquid Amies (ESwab) Container: ESwab only (Copan Liquid Amies Elution Swab transport, PeopleSoft No. 130839) Collection: Using a flocked swab and tongue depressor blade, roll the swab over the tonsillar area and posterior oropharynx, including any ulceration, exudate, lesion, or any area of apparent inflammation. Storage Instructions: Throat swabs in liquid Amies (ESwab) are transported to the laboratory at room temperature within 48 hours after specimen collection, or they can be refrigerated for up to six days. Stability: Room Temp: 48 hours Refrigerated: 6 Days Frozen: N/A Cause for Rejection: Improper labeling; transport device other than an ESwab; specimen received at room temperature after 48 hours or refrigerated after six days; source other than throat.

Report Available

LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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