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Test Code
RSVPR
Test Name
Respiratory Syncytial Virus, PCR
CPT Codes
87634
Included Tests
  • RSV
Expected Turnaround Time
1 - 4 hours
Clinical Utility

This test is used to determine the presence of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in a patient's specimen.
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
Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Alternate Names
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus by PCR
  • RSV Molecular Detection
Testing Schedule
Routine, daily
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