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HelpCatalog ID Monkey Orthopoxvirus (including Monkeypox Virus) PCR
CPT Code
87593
Specimen
Preferred (as of 8/9/2022): Swab in Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Acceptable: Two polyester, nylon, or dacron swabs from same lesion in sterile container.
Must Refrigerate or Freeze ASAP upon receipt.
Rejection Criteria
Other media besides VTM, cotton swabs, calcium alginate swabs, swabs with wooden stick, at room temperature for >24 hours.
Interpretative Information
This assay does not differentiate members of the orthopoxviruses. In the United States, a detected result is most likely due to monkeypox virus or vaccinia virus. Other orthopoxviruses may be considered if appropriate.
Performing Lab
ARUP
Turn-Around-Time
1-3 days
Reference Values
Not Detected