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HelpCatalog ID EV PCR Enterovirus PCR, CSF
CPOE Test Name
EV PCR
Synonyms
Enterovirus RNA Detection by Rapid PCR
Specimen Type
CSF
Specimen Requirements
1 mL CSF
Causes for Rejection
Specimens other than CSF, insufficient volume, improper labeling
Turn Around Time
Same day result
CPT / HCPCS Code
87798
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Storage and Transport
Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within 15 minutes of collection.
Reference Range
Negative for Enterovirus
Methodology
Real-Time PCR using the Cepheid GeneXpert