SARS-CoV-2 RNA, Influenza A/B
| Synonyms: | 2019 NCOV, CORONAVIRUS, Flu, SARS2 |
| Computer Code: | (SABR) |
| Specimen Collection: | Flocked nasopharyngeal (NP; preferred) or nasal swabs are acceptable. |
| Minimum Volume: | NP, nasal swabs in 3 ml universal/viral transport medium. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Place on wet ice or refrigerate. Transport (hand deliver) to the laboratory ASAP (maximum acceptable time from collection of 72 hours when held at 2-8°C). |
| Reference Values: | Negative for SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A and B virus RNA. |
| Lab Code: | Molecular Diagnostics |
| Requisition: | SPEC M /MOL DIAG |
| Test Frequency: | Specimens run when received in the lab 24 hours/day. |
| Routine TAT: | 2hrs, TAT may increase due to limitted testing on instruments. |
| Stat TAT: | 2hrs, TAT may increase due to limitted testing on instruments. |
| CPT Code(s): | 87636 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |