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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
Storage and Transport
Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within 15 minutes of collection.
Causes for Rejection
Specimens other than CSF, insufficient volume, improper labeling
Reference Range
Negative for Enterovirus
Turn Around Time
Same day result
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Methodology
Real-Time PCR using the Cepheid GeneXpert
CPT / HCPCS Code
87798