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HelpTest Code 5423219 VZV QUAL PCR PLASMA
Test ID
1236000049
Specimen Requirements
| Collection Requirements | Spin down whole blood to remove plasma within 8 hours. Unrefrigerated plasma must be received < 24 hours after separation. Refrigerated (2 to 8°C) plasma must be received < 2 week after plasma separation. Rejection Criteria: Specimens drawn in heparin will be rejected due to heparin’s inhibitory nature to Taq Polymerase. Please contact Molecular Diagnostics at 214-648-0960 for more detailed information. For after hours, weekends and holidays, please contact the person on call at 214 786 3127. |
| Shipping / Handling Instructions | Transport refrigerated |
Container Type
| Laboratory | Container | Default | Temperature | Minimum Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOCENTER LAB | SHORT DRAW PURPLE-EDTA | Yes | Refrigerated | 2.0 |
Performing Section
BIOCENTER LAB: MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS
Components
| Component Name | Component ID | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
| MOLDX_VZV_PLASMA_RESULT | 1238000321 | |
| VARICELLA ZOSTER PCR PLASMA INTERPRETATION | 1230002654 | |
| VARICELLA PLASMA DISCLAIMER | 12300002423 | |
| MOLDX VARICELLA PLASMA SIGNATURE | 12300002479 |