HCV1NS3
Hepatitis C Viral RNA Genotype 1 NS3 Drug Resistance
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB5213
Synonyms:
Polymorphism NS3 Q80K
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Required Patient Info:
Indicate the patient's HCV genotype (1a or 1b) on the request form when ordering.
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Type:
Plasma
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Alternate Specimens:
Plasma collected in: PPT potassium EDTA (white-top) tube
Serum
Serum
Minimum Volume:
0.6 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate plasma (preferred) or serum (acceptable) from whole blood within 24 hours of collection. Transfer the plasma to a screw-cap vial and ship refrigerated or frozen.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Room Temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 42 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross hemolysis, gross lipemia, specimens using heparin as the anticoagulant.
CPT Codes:
87902 - HCV1NS3 (EAP 30633034)
Method:
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR), sequencing
Notes:
Set up: Mondays; Report available 4-11 after receipt at the testing laboratory.