Varicella-Zoster Virus by PCR
CPT Code(s): | 87798 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA) or serum separator tube. OR CSF, ocular fluid, tissue or vesicle fluid. Specimen Preparation:Transfer 1 mL serum, plasma, CSF or ocular fluid to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL)Tissue: Transfer to a sterile container and freeze immediately.Vesicle Fluid: Transfer to viral transport media (RDL supply #12884). Available online through eSupply using RDL Connectâ„¢ or contact RDL Client Services at (888) 431-7474. Storage/Transport Temperature:Frozen. Stability:Tissue: Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 3 months All others: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: 3 months |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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