West Nile RT-PCR WNPCR
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
West Nile Virus PCR, (CSF, Serum or Plasma), Qualitative |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
West Nile RT-PCR |
Clinical Info |
The direct detection of WNV is a valuable tool in determining whether a patient is infected with West Nile virus. PCR is able to detect WNV RNA directly and does not rely on antibody markers of WNV infection, which are produced after RNA is detectable in newly infected individuals. |
Specimen Type |
CSF, Blood |
Container |
CSF Tube |
Collection Instructions |
Submit one of the following: |
Transport Instructions |
Frozen |
Specimen Stability |
8 hours Room Temperature |
Methodology |
Qualitative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) |
Days Performed |
Monday - Friday |
Performing Laboratory |
ARUP Laboratories |
CPT |
87798 |
PDM |
1459868 |
Result Interpretation Not Detected |
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Forms |
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