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HelpTest Code NORPCR Norovirus Gp 1/2 PCR
Additional Codes
2014546
Preferred Collection Container
Sterile Cup
Collection Instructions
Collect stool without preservative
Collection Volume
1 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
0.5 mL
Rejection Criteria
None listed
Specimen Storage and Stability
Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 month
Transport
Refrigerated if under 72 hours
Lab Department
Referred Testing
Methodology
Qualitative Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction
Alias
Norwalk Virus
CPT Code
87798 x2
Acceptable Container
Sterile aliquot tube
Days and Times Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
TAT
2-6 days
LOINC
Norovirus 1 by PCR 54905-5
Norovirus 2 by PCR 54906-3