| Test CODE | NAME |
|---|
A776
Hepatitis C Virus Genotype by Sequencing, NY State
| Methodology: | Polymerase Chain Reaction/Sequencing |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 4-6 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Lavender (EDTA) - 2 ml plasma.
Specimen Preparation: Separate plasma from cells within 6 hours. Transfer
plasma to a Standard Transport Tube.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions: Heparinized specimens.
Stability: On cells: Ambient: 6 hours. After separation from cells: Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 month.
NOTE: * This test is approved for New York patients ONLY, please refer to test code A776 for specimen requirements for all other States . *
Performing Lab
ARUP Laboratory
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| CPT Code(s): | 87902 |