REF MISC
Hepatitis D Virus RNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR
Synonyms:
Hepatitis Delta Virus RNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
2.0 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.6 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate serum from whole blood within 24 hours.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Room temperature - 24 hours
Refrigerated - 48 hours
Frozen - 30 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Serum not separated from whole blood
CPT Codes:
87799
Method:
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Reference Ranges:
Reflex Test :