Test Code LAB495 Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Assay
Performing Laboratory
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center Microbiology Laboratory
Asante Three Rivers Medical Center
Asante Ashland Community Hospital
Billing Code
2030559
Methodology
Real Time-PCR
Specimen Requirements
Collect nasopharyngeal specimen on a sterile, flocked flexible-shaft NP swab and place into 3 mL transport media.
The follwing transport media is acceptable for use:
- Saline
- M4 Media
- M4-RT Media
- Universal Transport Media
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday - Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87420 – Infectious agent antigen detection by enzyme immunoassay technique, qualitative or semiquantitative, multiple-step method; respiratory syncytial virus
Additional Information
Use: To determine presence of respiratory syncytial virus antigen in clinical specimens.
Specimen Transport Temperature and Stability
Specimens should be collected and transported refrigerated. Stable for 7 days at 2-8° C.
Performing Department
Microbiology