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Norovirus Detection Real-time PCR

Order Code
138307
CPT
87798x2
Test Details
Synonyms

Human Calicivirus, Norwalk Virus

TAT

9 days

Methodology

Real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects norovirus RNA in stool. Confirms viral gastroenteritis.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container or Para-Pak® Orange

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Sterile container : 7 days Cary-Blair: 5 days
Refrigerated Sterile container : 7 days Cary-Blair: 14 days
Frozen Sterile container : 7 days Cary-Blair: Unstable
Order Code
138307
CPT
87798x2
Test Details
Synonyms

Human Calicivirus, Norwalk Virus

TAT

9 days

Methodology

Real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects norovirus RNA in stool. Confirms viral gastroenteritis.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container or Para-Pak® Orange

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Sterile container : 7 days Cary-Blair: 5 days
Refrigerated Sterile container : 7 days Cary-Blair: 14 days
Frozen Sterile container : 7 days Cary-Blair: Unstable