Back to Test DirectoryTR33 : MonkeyPox PCR
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
MonkeyPox
Methodology:
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Utility:
For the detection of MonkeyPox virus
Assay is an EUA
ORDERING:
Test Code:
TR33-3
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
BD Universal Transport Medium
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| BD Universal Transport Medium | 1 | Refrigerate | 6 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
UVT: Collect lesion specimens according to standard collection technique using synthetic swabs and immediately place in 3ml of BD Universal Transport Medium.
Storage Transport Instructions:
Sample may be stored for 8 hours at 2-25 C followed by 6 days at 2-8 C (Copan or BD Universal Transport).
Alternative Specimen:
Copan Universal Transport Medium
Billing:
CPT Codes:
87593 x 1
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CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
