Adenovirus DNA, Quantitative Real-Time PCR
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Test resources
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Details
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Assay category
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Alternative name(s)
Respiratory Virus
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | Select a service area to view this section. |
| Minimum volume | 0.6 mL |
| Transport container | Serum/plasma: Transport tube Whole blood: EDTA (lavender-top) CSF, bronchial lavage/wash, nasopharyngeal lavage/wash, tracheal lavage/wash, or urine: Sterile plastic leak-proof container |
| Transport temperature | Refrigerated (cold packs) |
| Specimen stability | Whole blood and urine Room temperature: 48 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: Unacceptable All other specimens Room temperature: 48 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 30 days |
| Reject criteria | Sodium heparin (green-top) tube • Lithium heparin (green-top) tube • Calcium alginate swabs |
Reference Range(s)
| Adenovirus DNA, QN RT PCR | Not Detected (copies/mL) |
| Adenovirus DNA, QN RT PCR | Not Detected (Log copies/mL) |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
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