ARBOVIRUS SEROLOGY
| Synonyms: | West Nile; Eastern Equine Encephalitis; Western Equine Encephalitis; St. Louis Encephalitis and California Encephalitis viruses |
| Computer Code: | (ARBSER) |
| Specimen Collection: | Serum (red or gold top tube). CSF is acceptable for West Nile virus only. |
| Minimum Volume: | Greater than or equal to 1.0 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Allow blood to clot. Centrifuge for 20 min. Store refrigerated. Transport specimen at room temperature. |
| Reference Values: | See report |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| Requisition: | |
| Test Frequency: | NA |
| Routine TAT: | 10 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |