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Test Code LAB5056 HEPATITIS C RNA, QUANTITATIVE, PCR, SCHS

Important Note

For the detection and quantification of HCV RNA in serum before, during, and after antiviral therapy for chronic Hepatitis C.  If HCV Genotype is required, collect a new specimen and order LAB915 which is sent to Mayo.

Infectious

Additional Codes

Internal / External / Beaker: LAB5056

PERFORMED AT

SBH LABORATORY

Specimen Requirements

Container Type: SST tube
Specimen Type: Serum
Preferred Volume: 1.5 mL
Emergency Minimum Volume: 0.8 mL
Specimen Processing: Separate serum from cells within 6 hours of collection and place in separate plastic tube. Store and transport refrigerated.
Stability: Room Temp for 24 hours, Refrigerated for up to 5 days, Frozen for up to 60 days.
 

Method

TMA (transcription mediated amplification)

Synonyms

Quantitative HCV RNA, Hep C, RNA Quant, Hepatitis C RNA

CPT Codes

87522

Department

Serology Bend

Test Schedule

Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday before 5:00 pm

Test Includes

Quantitative HCV RNA

Reference Lab

SCMC

Alternative Specimen

EDTA; plasma