Ordering Recommendation
Culture test for detecting mumps virus in specimens other than CSF.
Mnemonic
Methodology
Cell Culture/Immunofluorescence
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
10-14 days
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Collect during first 3 days of illness. If collecting urine, use first morning void.
CSF (in meningitis), nasopharyngeal swab, parotid gland duct swab, saliva, throat swab, or urine.
Fluid: Transfer specimen to a sterile container. Transfer 2 mL fluid to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL).Also acceptable: Transfer to viral transport media (ARUP supply #12884). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787.
Swab: Place in viral transport media.
Refrigerated.
Calcium alginate, dry, or wood swabs.
Specimen source preferred.
Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval
Culture negative for mumps virus.
Interpretive Data
FDA
Note
Hotline History
CPT Codes
87252; 87254
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
0065056 | Culture, Mumps | 13921-2 |
Aliases
- Culture, Mumps