Measles (Rubeola) Virus, Qualitative Real-Time PCR, Nasopharyngeal/Throat

Test Code

39306

CPT Code(s)

87798

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

Test Code

39306

CPT Code(s)

87798

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

Measles (Rubeola) Virus, Qualitative Real-Time PCR, Nasopharyngeal/Throat - Measles is a highly contagious, acute viral respiratory illness. The disease starts with high fever, malaise, cough, coryza (runny nose), conjunctivitis and Koplik spots, followed by a spreading maculopapular rash which appears about 14 days after exposure. Infants and children <5 years of age, adults older than 20, pregnant women and those who are immunocompromised are at risk for severe complications which include pneumonia or encephalitis. Measles outbreaks occur in unvaccinated or not properly vaccinated individuals. Testing for acute Measles infection is recommended by the CDC using Real-Time ...

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Measles (Rubeola)

Test Summary

Measles (Rubeola) Virus, Qualitative Real-time PCR, Nasopharyngeal/Throat

Test Details

Methodology

Reverse Transcriptase 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.

Reference Range(s)

Not detected

Alternative Name(s)

Measles Molecular, Measles Morbillivirus, Measles PCR, Measles RNA, Measles NAAT

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Methodology

Reverse Transcriptase Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction

Assay Category

Reference Range(s)

Not detected

Alternative Name(s)

Measles Molecular, Measles Morbillivirus, Measles PCR, Measles RNA, Measles NAAT

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

1 nasopharyngeal (NP) or throat swab in liquid Amies elution swab (ESwab), VCM, M4, or equivalent (UTM)

Transport Container

ESwab

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria

Transport container without a swab • Dry swab • Swab in gel Amies

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

1 nasopharyngeal (NP) or throat swab in liquid Amies elution swab (ESwab), VCM, M4, or equivalent (UTM)

Transport Container

ESwab

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria

Transport container without a swab • Dry swab • Swab in gel Amies

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.

Test Details

Clinical Significance

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Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

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