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Norovirus PCR
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | P319 |
| Performed by | Viracor |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | RT-PCR, Qualitative |
| Collection Instructions | Submit stool sample in clean container. Do NOT collect stool in preservative. If unable to collect stool use swab provided in viral holding media. Do NOT use calcium alginate or wooden handled swabs. |
| Container type | Clean container (urine cup) or swab in viral holding media. If unable to collect stool, use swab provided in viral holding media kit. DO NOT use calcium alginate swabs or swabs with wooden handles. |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL stool or intra-rectal swab |
| Sample type | Stool (preferred) or intra-rectal swab |
| Preferred volume | 2 mL stool |
| Min. Volume | 1 mL stool |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Stool received in preservative, rectal swabs collected with calcium alginate swab or wood shafted swab |
| Processing notes | Specimen sent out by Microbiology. Freeze specimen and ship frozen. Seal lid of container with parafilm to prevent leakage during transit. Order Viracor test # 2400 |
| Normal range | Not detected |
| Synonyms | Norwalk-like virus |
| Stability | Room temp or refrigerated 96 hours, frozen 1 month. |
| Turn around times | Turnaround time 2-5 days |
| Additional information | This assay differentiates between Norovirus Group I and Group II. Genogroup I and Genogroup II assays show slight cross-reactivity with high titers of Norovirus Genotype IV RNA. |
| CPT coding | 87798-90 x2 |
| Last Updated | 4/3/2012 9:41:24 PM |
| Entry Number | 1358 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667