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