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Additional Information
Pathology report must accompany specimen in order for testing to be performed.
Collection Container
Lavender (EDTA)
Specimen Required
Plasma
Special Handling Instructions
Whole blood must be spun and the plasma removed from the red cells WITHIN 4 HOURS of draw.
Specimen Volume
4 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
4°C up to 24 hours; <70°C up to 12 months
Reasons for Rejection
Excessive delay in transport, specimen not processed in time, shared specimen; wrong tube, mislabeled specimens, insufficient quantity
Methodology
Real-time PCR
Days and Times Performed
Tuesday & Thursday
Turnaround Time
4 days
CPT Code
81235
EMR Interface Order Code
69168