Enterovirus by PCR, CSF

Orderable EAP code:

LAB102855

Billable EAP Codes:

80002909 x 1

CPT Codes:

87498 x 1

Lab Section:

Core Lab

Turnaround Time:

Routine: 4 Hours
Urgent: 2 Hours

Test Schedule:

24 hours, 7 days a week.

Critical Values:

Positive for Enterovirus by PCR

Specimen Requirements:

0.5 mL CSF in sterile container. STAT to lab.

Reference Range:

Negative

Comments:

Positive enterovirus results do not rule out other causes of meningitis including bacteria, fungi and other viruses. Negative enterovirus results do not entirely rule out enterovirus as a cause of meningitis, as virus, if present, may be below detection levels. Does not detect Parechovirus.

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