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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB4237 COVID-19 PCR
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swab | Nasopharynx | ViralM4-R | 1.0 | |
| Varies | Varies | ViralM4-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Ambient or Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
Frozen: n/a
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| SARS-COV-2 RNA (RAPID) | 94559-2 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
24 Hours
CPT Code(s)
87635
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)