#ExistMethodology>
| Methodology: |
Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction
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#ExistPerformed>
| Performed: |
Mon-Fri
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#ExistReported>
| Reported: |
1-4 days
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#ExistSpecRequirements>
| Specimen Required: |
#ExistCollect>Collect: One 5 mL plain red, serum separator tube or CSF. (Centrifuge blood specimen and remove serum before transporting.) Specimen source is required.
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#ExistSPECTRANSPORT>Storage/Transport Temperature: 1 mL serum or CSF in a sterile container, frozen. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
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#ExistRemarks>Remarks: Avoid repeat freeze/thaw cycles.
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#ExistConditions>Unacceptable Conditions: Heparinized or hemolyzed specimens, and nonsterile or leaking containers.
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#ExistStability>Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: 3 months *ExistStability>
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