Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) 

Test ID: 

900778

CPT code:

87635

Synonyms:

COVID-19
SARS-CoV-2
2019 Novel Coronavirus

Clinical Use:

Detect the presence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA (COVID-19) virus.

Additional Test Information:

RealTime SARS-CoV-2 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test intended for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from the SARS-CoV-2 in nasopharyngeal swabs from patients suspected of COVID-19 by health care provider. 

Specimen Type:

Nasopharyngeal Swab

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 – 3 Days

Container:

Universal Transport Media & Nasopharyngeal swab

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen refrigerated within 72 hours of collection. Frozen (-20°C or below): 1 Week

Rejection Criteria

Room temperature specimens, swabs not in viral transport media, calcium alginate swabs and swabs with wooden shafts WILL NOT be accepted.