HCV NS5A DRUG RESISTANCE ASSAY

Synonyms: HCV Drug Resistance; NS5A Resistance Assay; Hepatitis C Virus Drug Resistance
Computer Code: (RHCVDR)
Specimen Collection: 10 mL lavender (EDTA) or white (PPT) top tube.
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Centrifuge, remove plasma, freeze. Min 1.0 mL. Separate plasma from cells within 6 hours of collection.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: Spec C
Test Frequency: N/A
Routine TAT: 14 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 87900, 87902
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII