Norovirus

Methodology

RT-PCR

CPT Code

87798

Acceptable Specimens

Stool (minimum of 500µl if liquid or pea-sized if solid)

Specimen Storage

Store specimens in the refrigerator.

Specimen Transport

Transport specimens to the lab on cold pack.

Setup Days

Testing is performed on an as-needed basis.

Turn-around-time

Results are available 1-2 days upon arrival at the lab.

Lab Slip

Monster Form (PDF: 108 Kb)

Fees