Influenza Virus A and B DFA with Reflex to Respiratory Virus Mini Panel by RT-PCR
:2002643
Mnemonic: FLUFAPCR
Ordering Recommendation:
Acceptable test to detect influenza and RSV in general inpatients.
Methodology:
Direct Fluorescent Antibody Stain
Performed:
Sun-Sat
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Specimen Required:
Collect: Nasal aspirate or nasopharyngeal swab.
Specimen Preparation:Fluid: Transfer specimen to a sterile container. Also acceptable: Transfer to viral transport media (ARUP supply #12884). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect ™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. Swab: Place in viral transport media. Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Remarks: Specimen source required.
Unacceptable Conditions: Calcium alginate, dry, or wood swabs. Slides.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
Negative
Note:
If DFA is negative or inadequate, then Respiratory Virus Mini Panel by RT-PCR will be added. Additional charges apply.
Sensitivity of DFA methodology is dependent upon adequacy of the specimen. If specimen contains fewer than 20 cells, then the DFA result will be reported as "inadequate."
CPT Code(s):
87276 Influenza A, FA; 87275 Influenza B, FA; If reflexed add 87502 Influenza A & B; 87798 RSV
