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Test Code EPVQLT Entero/Parechovirus PCR Qual

Important Note

This test should not be used for CSF.

For testing of CSF, use the Rapid CSF Viral PCR Qual Panel.

Clinical System Name

Entero/Parechovirus PCR Qual

Description

This test is for the enterovirus group including echoviruses and coxsackie viruses. It does not distinguish which species of enterovirus is present.

Sample Requirements

Specimen: Whole Blood

Container(s): Gold, Red Top-Plain, or Lavender Top Tube

Preferred Vol: 6.0 mL

Minimum Vol: 2.0 mL

 

Specimen: Stool

Container(s): Sterile Screw-Capped Container

Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL

Minimum Vol: 0.5 mL

 

Specimen: Tissue

Container(s): Viral Transport Media (UTM)

Preferred Vol: ~ 3 mm3

Minimum Vol: ~ 3 mm3

 

Note: Separate specimens must be submitted with both viral culture or serology and PCR testing are ordered. Deliver to Lab ASAP. This test can share a tube with other viral PCR testing, but a separate tube needs to be collected if Hematology (CBC, Platelet, ESR, etc.) testing is ordered.

Processing Instructions

Reject due to: Dark Green/Sodium Heparin, Lt. Green/Lithium Heparin

Spin: Y

Aliquot: Y

Temp: -70 C

Storage Location: CPA -70 freezer, Send Outs rack.

 

Off-site collection: Spin tube within TWO hours of collection and aliquot serum/plasma - freeze at -70 C. If a freezer is not available, ship at 4 C. Ship time not to exceed 48 hours. Do not freeze/thaw. If frozen, ship on dry ice.

Stability

Specimen Type Temperature Time
  Room temp Unacceptable
  Refrigerated 48 h
  Frozen 1 m

 

Performing Laboratory

University of Washington Medical Center

Molecular Virology Laboratory

1616 Eastlake Ave E, Suite 320

Seattle, WA

 

Phone Number: (206) 685-6040

Department

Department: Send Outs

Phone Number: (206) 987-2563

Synonyms

Coxsackie virus; Echovirus; Enterovirus; HPeV; Parechovirus;

Availability

STAT Performed TAT
N

July-Oct: M - Sa

Nov-June: M, W, and F

 2 - 4 d

 

Methodology

Method: PCR

Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL (See available specimen types in Sample Requirements section)

Limitations:

CPT Codes

87798, 87498

Send Out Instructions

Reference Test Name Entero/parechovirus by PCR Qualitative
Reference Test Code EPVQLT
Instructions Send out Monday through Friday with the UW courier. Weekends and holidays, Delivery Express on dry ice to UW NW220.