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Test Code NORPCR Norovirus Gp 1/2 PCR

Important Note

Detect Norovirus groups 1 and 2.

Additional Codes

2014546

Methodology

Qualitative Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction

Preferred Collection Container

Sterile Cup

Collection Volume

1 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

0.5 mL

Collection Instructions

Collect stool without preservative

Transport

Refrigerated if under 72 hours

Rejection Criteria

None listed

Specimen Storage and Stability

Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 month

Lab Department

Referred Testing

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