ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Rotavirus Antigen by EIA : 0065088

Mnemonic: ROTA

Methodology: Qualitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect: Stool.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 5 g stool to an unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min: 1 g)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen.

Unacceptable Conditions: Diapers. Specimens in media or preservatives.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 week

Reference Interval:
Negative
CPT Code(s): 87425