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HelpCatalog ID HCV Quant PCR HCV Quantitative PCR, Plasma
CPOE Test Name
HCV Quantitative PCR, HCV Viral Load
Synonyms
HCV RNA by RT qPCR, Plasma, HCV Quant PCR, HCV viral load
Specimen Type
Plasma
Specimen Requirements
4.0 mL blood; lavendar top (EDTA) tube
Storage and Transport
Specimen must be submitted to the lab within 4-6 hours of collection.
Reference Range
Not Detected
Interpretation
Results in IU/mL and log10
Causes for Rejection
Specimens other than EDTA whole blood, refrigerated plasma
Turn Around Time
48-72 hours from time of collection
CPT / HCPCS Code
87522
Performing Lab
AU Medical Center Microbiology Lab
Methodology
RT qPCR