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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB443 Rotavirus Antigen, Stool (DHMC/CGP/APD)
Collection Information
Specimens should be collected as soon as possible after the onset of symptoms.
It is recommended that the specimen be collected during the acute phase of gastroenteritis, because a large number of viral particles and viral antigens are excreted during this period.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stool | Stool | SterCont-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Ambient: n/a
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 7 days
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| ROTAVIRUS ANTIGEN, STL | 17547-1 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
24 Hours
CPT Code(s)
87425
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)