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Dengue Virus (1-4) Subtype by PCR
2013294
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Test detects and differentiates dengue subtypes 1-4.
Mnemonic
DENGUEPCR
Methodology
Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed
Tue, Fri
Reported
2-5 days
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Lavender (EDTA), Pink (K2EDTA), or Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Specimen Preparation
Separate serum or plasma from cells. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Frozen
Unacceptable Conditions
Heparinized specimens.
Remarks
Specimen source required.
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: 2 weeks
Reference Interval
Interpretive Data
A negative result does not rule out the presence of PCR inhibitors in the patient specimen or of test-specific nucleic acid in concentrations below the level of detection by this test.
Compliance Category
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
Note
This assay detects and differentiates Dengue subtypes 1-4.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87798
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 2013295 | Dengue by PCR, Source | 31208-2 |
| 2013296 | Dengue Type 1 by PCR | 60262-3 |
| 2013297 | Dengue Type 2 by PCR | 60420-7 |
| 2013298 | Dengue Type 3 by PCR | 60419-9 |
| 2013299 | Dengue Type 4 by PCR | 60418-1 |
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Aliases
- Breakbone Fever
Dengue Virus (1-4) Subtype by PCR
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