Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Rapid Antigen and DFA

Test Code

RSV

Preferred Specimen

See Microbiology Collection Instructions in Special Instructions for detailed information.

Specimen source is required.

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Preferred

Specimen Type: Nasopharyngeal washing

Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container

Collection Instructions:

1. Specimen is usually collected by a physician.
2. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Alternate

Specimen Type: Nasopharyngeal

Container/Tube: Nasopharyngeal swab in sterile culture transport tube

Collection Instructions:

1. Insert nasopharyngeal swab beneath inferior turbinate of either nare and vigorously rub and roll against mucosal surface.

2. Return swab to transport tube to ensure specimen preservation.

3. Label tube with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Performing Laboratory
Sarasota Campus Lab

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.