Zika Virus by PCR, Blood

Specimen:

Test Code

ZIKAP

Specimen Name

Zika Virus by PCR, Blood

Collect

1-SST

Submit

2 mLs (Min: 1 mL) Serum Frozen

Special Handling

Separate from cells. Transfer 2 mL serum to a sterile container.

Rejection Criteria

Urine, Plasma or other body fluid.

Stability

Ambient Unacceptable; Refrigerated 5 days; Frozen 6 weeks

Methodology

Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Performed

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

Reported

2-5 days

CPT Codes

  • 87662

Components

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  • Serum 
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