Mumps Virus PCR - Swab
Order Name
Mumps PCR
Test Number: 6905087
Revision Date 09/26/2024
Test Number: 6905087
Revision Date 09/26/2024
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Mumps Virus PCR - Swab
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Polymerase Chain Reaction | 47532-7 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 swab | Buccal swab | Viral Transport Media (VTM) | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Specimen: Buccal swab Container: Viral Transport Media (VTM) or Universal Transport Media (UTM) Collection: Collect a buccal swab specimen by massaging the parotid gland for 30 seconds. Using a synthetic swab, collect the sample by sweeping the swab between the cheek and gum from the upper molar to the lower molar for 10-15 seconds, while turning the swab. Sweep both sides with a single swab and place the swab into the VTM or UTM tube. Ensure the VTM or UTM tube is capped tightly to avoid leakage. Stability Requirements: Ambient N/A; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen 14 days Cause for Rejection: Improperly submitted specimens: Specimens not received in an approved VTM/UTM; swabs received in Liquid Amies (E-Swabs) or other bacterial swabs; specimens received without a swab; grossly leaking specimens; specimens received outside the stated stability. |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 3-4 Days from setup |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 140283 |
| CPT Code(s) | 87798 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |