SARS-CoV-2 RNA NAAT
| Synonyms: | 2019 NCOV, CORONAVIRUS |
| Computer Code: | (SARS2) |
| Specimen Collection: | Flocked Nasopharyngeal (NP) preferred. Nasal swabs acceptable. |
| Minimum Volume: | NP, nasal swabs in 3 ml universal/viral transport medium. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | 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 RNA. |
| Lab Code: | Molecular Diagnostics |
| Requisition: | SPEC M /MOL DIAG |
| Test Frequency: | Specimens semi-batched on an hourly basis from receipt into lab 7am - 7pm, based on Lab Capability |
| Routine TAT: | 6hrs from 7am - 7pm, 12 hrs from 7pm - 7am, based on lab capability |
| Stat TAT: | 6 hrs from 7am - 7pm, 12 hrs from 7pm - 7am. STAT testing requires approval from Hospital Administration as tests kit availability is limited. |
| CPT Code(s): | 87635 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |