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Test Code NORPCR Norovirus Gp 1/2 PCR

Important Note

Detect Norovirus groups 1 and 2.

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

CPT Code

87798 x2

Alias

Norwalk Virus

Methodology

Qualitative Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction

Acceptable Container

Sterile aliquot tube

Transport

Refrigerated if under 72 hours

Days and Times Performed

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

TAT

2-6 days

LOINC

Norovirus 1 by PCR 54905-5

Norovirus 2 by PCR 54906-3

Lab Department

Referred Testing