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HelpTest Code LAB6104A2 Covid-19 PCR
Intended Use
For the qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 virus RNA in upper respiratory specimens collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider.
Methodology
Real-Time Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Nasopharyngeal Swab in 3 mL Viral Transport Media
Acceptable: Nasal wash/aspirate, Mid-Turbinate Swab or Nasal Swab in Viral Transport Media
Please see the Respiratory Specimen Collection Guide for more information on which swab to use.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Ambient: 8 hours
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday-Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87635