UW Hospital and Clinics Lab Test Directory
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Adenovirus, Quantitative, by PCR
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MISC / RMISC
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| CPT Code(s): |
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87799
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| Methodology: |
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Real-Time PCR
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Testing will be sent to an approved reference laboratory.
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Specimen Requirements
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Preferred speicmen: 0.85 mL respiratory specimen in M4 or V-C-M medium (minimum 0.35 mL)
Other acceptable specimens: Sputum, Bronchial lavage/wash, plasma, (ACD, EDTA) whole blood (ACD, EDTA), serum (no additive red-top or SST), CSF, Urine
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| Specimen Processing: |
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Refrigerate.
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Transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220). Transport with coolant pack if coming from outreach location.
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Interpretation
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Expected Results:
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<500 copies/mL
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