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Test #
230
Test CPT Codes
87635
COVID-19 Virus Testing by RT-PCR
Test Type
Molecular
Test Disease / Components
COVID-19 Infection
Test Technology
RT-PCR
Clinical Utility
Diagnostic
Test Specimen
Upper respiratory specimens such as nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal, nasal, anterior nasal/mid-nasal and mid-turbinate swabs
Nasopharyngeal aspirates
Bronchoalveolar lavage
All sample types collected in 3mL VTM or UTM equivalent
Collect during acute phase of infection
Rejection Criteria:
Damaged or leaking collection tube
Specimen identity is uncertain
Insufficient quantity or are of poor quality
Storage, Stability & Shipping
Storage:
Label specimen with patient's name and date of birth
Complete requisition form with necessary information
Local Clients call KSL Diagnostics at 1.800.960.1080 to schedule a pickup
Ship samples at room temperature
Stability:
Specimen viability decreases during transit
Send day of collection when possible
Specimen optimum if received within 48 hours
Ambient = 24-48 hours, refrigerated = 3 days
Turnaround Time (TAT)
2 Business Days