Ordering Recommendation
Use to diagnose rotavirus-associated gastroenteritis. For a panel that includes testing for multiple gastrointestinal viruses, refer to Gastrointestinal Pathogens Panel by PCR (3003279).
Mnemonic
ROTA
Methodology
Qualitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Within 24 hours
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Stool.
Specimen Preparation
Transfer 5 g stool to an unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min: 1 g)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Diapers. Specimens in media or preservatives.
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 week
Reference Interval
Negative
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
FDA
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87425
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
0065088 | Rotavirus Ag By EIA | 5880-0 |
* Component test codes cannot be used to order tests. The information provided here is not sufficient for interface builds; for a complete test mix, please click the sidebar link to access the Interface Map.
Aliases
- fecal rotavirus
- Rotavirus Ag stool
- Stool rotavirus Ag
Rotavirus Antigen by EIA