| Methodology: |
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
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| Performed: |
Varies
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| Reported: |
3-5 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD Solution A or B).
New York State Clients: Yellow (ACD solution A or B) only.
Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL whole blood to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.4 mL)
New York State Clients: Transport 5 mL whole blood in original collection tube. (Min: 5 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Unacceptable Conditions: Hemolyzed specimens.
New York State Clients: Specimens in pour-off tubes. Clotted specimens.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 2 Weeks; Frozen: Unacceptable
New York State Clients: Ambient: 4 days; Refrigerated: 4 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
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