Respiratory Pathogen Profile, PCR

Test ID: 

706318

CPT code:

87633

Clinical Use:

This test provides simultaneous qualitative detection and identification of multiple respiratory viral and bacterial nucleic acids in nasopharyngeal swabs obtained from individuals suspected of respiratory tract infections.

Specimen Type:

Nasopharyngeal swab

Requested Volume: 

One swab in viral transport/0.3 mL

Container Type: 

Viral Transport System

Storage Instructions:

Freeze. Per the package insert: Swabs in viral transport media are stable for 30 days at -15°C or below. Swabs in viral transport media are also stable for 4 hours at room temperature and 3 days refrigerated (2º to 8º C).

Rejection Criteria

Freeze. Per the package insert: Swabs in viral transport media are stable for 30 days at -15°C or below. Swabs in viral transport media are also stable for 4 hours at room temperature and 3 days refrigerated (2º to 8º C).