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Test Code HCV RNA QUANT VIRAL LOAD HCV RNA QUANT VIRAL LOAD

Department

Molecular

Specimen Type

Plasma or Serum

Method

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Container

EDTA (lavender) or No-additive with gel (gold top)

Special Requirements

plasma/serum must be separated from cells within 24 hours of collection.

Standard Volume

4 ml

Ship Temperature

Refrigerated

Stability Refrigerated

72 hours

Stability Room Temp

24 hours

Stability Frozen

6 weeks

CPT Code

87522

Days Test Set Up

Tuesday and Thursday

Group Components

HCV RNA Quant (IU/mL)
HCV RNA Quant log

Minimum Volume

2 ml

Pediatric Volume

N/A