PARAINFLUENZA VIRUS BY PCR
| Synonyms: | Para Flu |
| Computer Code: | (PIVR ) |
| Specimen Collection: | Nasopharyngeal swabs in viral transport are specimens of choice. Tracheal aspirates, BAL, etc. are acceptable. |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.5 mL BAL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Swabs in viral transport. Place specimen on wet ice and transport to the laboratory ASAP. Do not use Calcium alginate or wooden swabs or cotton swabs. |
| Reference Values: | Negative for Parainfluenza 1, Parainfluenza 2, Parainfluenza 3 and Parainfluenza 4 virus RNA. |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| Requisition: | SPEC M/ MOL DIAG |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 24 hrs - If received between 7am to 7pm, TAT is between 4-12 hrs. |
| Stat TAT: | 24 hrs - If received between 7am to 7pm, TAT is between 4-12 hrs. |
| CPT Code(s): | 87798 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |