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Parechovirus by PCR
2005731
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Ordering Recommendation
Detect parechovirus in CSF, plasma, or serum specimens.
Mnemonic
PEHV PCR
Methodology
Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed
Mon, Wed, Fri
Reported
1-5 days
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), serum separator tube or CSF.
Specimen Preparation
Separate serum or plasma from cells. Transfer 1 mL plasma, serum or CSF to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Heparinized specimens.
Remarks
Specimen source required.
Stability
Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 3 months
Reference Interval
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87798
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 2005732 | Parechovirus Source | 31208-2 |
| 2005733 | Parechovirus by PCR | 60525-3 |
* 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
- Parechovirus Detection PCR
- Parechovirus molecular detection
Parechovirus by PCR
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