Test Code NVPCR Norovirus by PCR LAB3410

Performance

1 - 3 business days

Specimen Requirement

Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type:			Stool; 2-4 grams or 1 Tablespoon. PCR is a very sensitive test, and precautions should be taken to not cross-contaminate specimens (i.e., wear gloves and change before and after collecting specimen. Avoid contact with environmental surfaces). DO NOT FREEZE SPECIMEN.
Patient Preparation:			The patient should be instructed not to take any antacids, oily laxatives, or anti-diarrheal medications unless prescribed by the physician.
Collection Instructions:			Stool: Place 1 Tablespoon into a sterile container or fill Enteric Transport Media (ETM) container to fill line. DO NOT MIX URINE OR WATER WITH THE STOOL SPECIMEN.
Temperature and Stability:			Refrigerate (2-8°C); DO NOT FREEZE; Overnight
Unacceptable Conditions:			Rectal swabs; samples mixed with urine or water; Leaking containers; Frozen samples

Reference Values

Not Detected

Useful For

Presence of Norovirus RNA is indicative of norovirus infection.

CPT Information

87798 x2

Method

Nucleic Acid Amplification by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)