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Test Code LAB6825A Influenza/Covid, PCR

Intended Use

The Xpert Xpress CoV-2/Flu/RSV plus test is a rapid, multiplexed real-time RT-PCR test intended for the simultaneous qualitative detection and differentiation of RNA from SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A/influenza B in either nasopharyngeal swab, anterior nasal swab or nasal wash/aspirate specimens collected from individuals suspected of respiratory viral infection, consistent with COVID-19, by their healthcare provider. Clinical signs and symptoms of respiratory viral infection due to SARS-CoV-2, and influenza can be similar.

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) 

Performing Laboratory

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred:  NP Swab and Transport Medium

Please see Respiratory Specimen Collection Guide for more information.

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 15–30 °C for up to 48 hours in viral transport medium

Refrigerated:  2–8 °C up to seven days in viral transport medium

Samples collected in UTM/VTM or eNAT can be frozen at -80°C and undergo 1 freeze/thaw cycle.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

CPT Code

87637