Rotavirus Antigen by EIA
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).
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Stool.
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)
Frozen.
Diapers. Specimens in media or preservatives.
Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 week
Methodology
Qualitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Within 24 hours
Reference Interval
Negative
Interpretive Data
FDA
Note
Hotline History
CPT Codes
87425
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
0065088 | Rotavirus Ag By EIA | 5880-0 |
Aliases
- fecal rotavirus
- Rotavirus Ag stool
- Stool rotavirus Ag