Measles Virus PCR (Swab or Urine)

Specimen:

Test Code

YMEASLE

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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