Hepatitis C RNA Quantitative, PCR

P774

Methodology:Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed:Varies
Reported:3-5 days
Specimen Required:Collect: Lavender (EDTA) OR Serum Separator Tube (SST) – 1.5 ml serum or plasma. 
Specimen Preparation: Separate plasma or serum from cells within 24 hours of time of coleection.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Unacceptable Conditions: Heparinized specimens.
Stability: After separation of cells: Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: 15 days  
NOTE: *This test is FDA approved for All states.*** 
Performing LabPlatinum Diagnostic Laboratory 
CPT Code(s):87522

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