- MEASLE
Measles Virus PCR (Swab or Urine)
Specimen:
Test Code
MEASLE
Specimen Name
Measles Virus PCR (Swab or Urine)
Collect
Oropharyngeal Swab; Anterior Nasal Swab; Nasopharyngeal aspirate or swab; Urine
Submit
Swabs must be in Viral Transport Media; Urine in Sterile Cup
Special Handling
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Rejection Criteria
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Stability
Refrigerated 7 days
Methodology
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Performed
Performed Monday through Friday - Reported 1-4 days
Reported
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CPT Codes
- 87798
Components
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Additional Information
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Common Lab Definitions
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