Test Directory

Test Code
FLABR
Test Name
Influenza A, Influenza B, and RSV, PCR
CPT Codes
87631
Included Tests
  • Influenza A
  • Influenza B
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Expected Turnaround Time
1 - 4 hours
Clinical Utility

This assay detects and differentiates Influenza A, Influenza B, and RSV.

Specimen and Container Info

Specimen: Nasopharyngeal Swab

Collection Container: Universal Transport Media (UTM) or Viral Transport Media (VTM)

Desired Volume: 3 mL

Acceptable Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions
  1. Prior to collection, instruct the patient to blow their nose to remove excess mucous.
  2. Gently pass the swab through the nose into the posterior nasopharynx.
  3. Rub the swab on the nasopharyngeal membrane several times to loosen and collect cellular material.
  4. Withdraw the swab and place in UTM tube.
  5. Snap off swab at the score mark and screw on cap of UTM tube.
Transport Instructions

 Transport to the laboratory at room temperature.

Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

12 hours

Refrigerated

7 days
Methodology
Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reference Intervals

 Not Detected

Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Alternate Names
  • Flu A, Flu B, RSV
  • Influenza A/B and Respiratory Syncytial Virus
  • Respiratory Virus Profile, 3 targets
Testing Schedule
Routine, daily