ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Norovirus Group 1 & 2 Detection by RT-PCR : 0051281

Mnemonic: NORO PCR

Methodology: Reverse-Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: Tue, Fri
Reported: 5-7 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Random stool in a clean, unpreserved transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910).

Storage/Transport Temperature: 1 mL stool, frozen. (Min: 0.5 mL)

Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 3 days; Frozen: 1 month
Reference Interval:
Test Number Components Reference Interval
Norovirus 1 by PCR Negative - Norovirus group 1 nucleic acid not detected by RT-PCR
Positive - Norovirus group 1 nucleic acid detected by RT-PCR
Norovirus 2 by PCR Negative - Norovirus group 2 nucleic acid not detected by RT-PCR
Positive - Norovirus group 2 nucleic acid detected by RT-PCR

Interpretive Data: This test is performed pursuant to an agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.

Please refer to Statement B in the Compliance Statements section in the front of the Laboratory Test Directory.
CPT Code(s): 87798 x2
Cross References: Norwalk Virus
 
 

 

 

 
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