ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Enterovirus Detection by RT-PCR : 0050249

Mnemonic: EV PCR

Methodology: Qualitative Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: 1-2 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA) or serum separator tube. OR CSF.

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum or plasma from cells. Transfer 1 mL serum, plasma or CSF to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen.

Remarks: Specimen source required.

Unacceptable Conditions: Heparinized specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 3 months
Interpretive Data: This test is performed pursuant to an agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.

See Compliance Statement A: www.aruplab.com/CS
CPT Code(s): 87498
Cross References: Coxsackie Virus (Enterovirus Detection by RT-PCR), Echovirus (Enterovirus Detection by RT-PCR), Poliovirus (Enterovirus Detection by RT-PCR)