| Test CODE | NAME |
|---|
C455
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
| Methodology: | Target Enriched Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction |
| Performed: | Mon-Sat |
| Reported: | 1-2 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Nasopharyngeal (UTM) swab Alternative Specimen(s): ESwab ( Liquid elution swab) Specimen Preparation: Please see attached instruction. Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: UTM: At 2-8°C for up to 72 hours after collection. If delay in testing or shipping is expected, store specimens at -70°C or below ESwab: Room Temperature: 48 hrs, Refrigerated: 7 days NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. * Performing Laboratory Accu Reference Medical Laboratory |
| CPT Code(s): | 87635 |