Norovirus PCR NRVPCR
Method(s) | Multiplex Real-time PCR |
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Specimen Required | |
Collect | Raw or unpreserved unformed stool specimen in a clean preservative-free container. |
Transport | Refrigerated. |
Remarks | Specimen should be refrigerated within 2 hours of collection. |
Stability | Refrigerated: 2 days |
Unacceptable Conditions | Formed stool, swab specimens or stool in transport media. Ambient and frozen specimens. |
Schedule | Mon-Sat, First Shift |
Billing Code | 3010447 |
CPTCode | 87798x2 |
Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
Reference Interval | |
Negative. |