Whole blood frozen, specimens beyond their acceptable length of time from collection as listed in the specimen handling, specimens received in trap containers, or specimen types other than those listed.
Collection Comments
Collect 0.25 mL fluid(minimum 0.05 mL) and transfer collected amount to sterile, screw top tube for shipment. Do not add water, saline or other fluid media to container. Do not ship specimen in syringe. Store frozen and ship on dry ice for overnight delivery. Label with patient name, MRN, DOB and date and time of collection.
Interpretation and Reference Range Proper management is dependent upon early diagnosis; quantitative DNA PCR is a rapid and sensitive tool usefulfor detecting the virus, tracking the course of the infection, and monitoring response to treatment.
CPT Codes
87799
LOINC Codes
NAME
LOINC
Order
VZV by PCR Quant, Aqueous Fluid
49451-8
Test Code (Outreach Synonym)
10340
Catalog Code
5904275741
Collection
Collect
Aqueous Fluid, Sterile Container
Preferred Draw Volume
0.25 mL
Minimum Draw Volume
0.05 mL
Unacceptable Conditions
Whole blood frozen, specimens beyond their acceptable length of time from collection as listed in the specimen handling, specimens received in trap containers, or specimen types other than those listed.
Collection Comments
Collect 0.25 mL fluid(minimum 0.05 mL) and transfer collected amount to sterile, screw top tube for shipment. Do not add water, saline or other fluid media to container. Do not ship specimen in syringe. Store frozen and ship on dry ice for overnight delivery. Label with patient name, MRN, DOB and date and time of collection.
Interpretation and Reference Range Proper management is dependent upon early diagnosis; quantitative DNA PCR is a rapid and sensitive tool usefulfor detecting the virus, tracking the course of the infection, and monitoring response to treatment.
