Back to Test DirectoryJ950 : RUBELLA VIRUS RNA, QUALITATIVE, RT-PCR
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
RUBELLA VIRUS RNA, QUAL
Methodology:
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Utility:
Detection of rubella virus RNA by Real-Time PCR is a useful tool for the rapid diagnosis of congenital rubella virus infection.
ORDERING:
Test Code:
J950-7
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
0.7 mL Aliquot Serum- Red Top
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aliquot Serum- Red Top | 1 | Refrigerate | 15 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
ALQRD: Place 1-3 mL of serum from Red top in transport tube. Label as serum from Red; refrigerate or freeze as required.
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Transfer amniotic fluid, serum, to a sterile container or respiratory swab in 3mL M4 media, V-C-M medium (green-cap) tube, or equivalent (UTM).
Storage/Transport Instruction: refrig
Storage/Transport Instruction: refrig
Alternative Specimen:
Aliquot Tube-Serum, Swab-Viral Culturette, SST Tube, Microtainer - Pediatric SST, Red Top, Microtainer - Pediatric Red
Billing:
CPT Codes:
87798 x 1
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