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HelpTest Code Rotavirus ROTOVIRUS – STOOL
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required.
Special Collection Instructions
Stool obtained by normal sample collection tecnhique is adequate
Collection Method
Stool collection
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL or 1 gram
Container
Sterile container
Preferred Specimen
Stool container
Acceptable Specimen(s)
Stool solid, liquid or semi-solid
Reference or Target Ranges
Negative
Reportable Units
Positive / Negative
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
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Other: |
QNS, Contamination, Improperly lableled, Improper speciment type |
Specimen Stability
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Refrigerated |
72 Hours |
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Frozen |
1 Month |
Performance Information
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Days and Time Performed |
24/7 |
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Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 Hour, Routine: 4 Hours |
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Stat Availability |
Yes |
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Performing Bench |
CRMC Serology |
Additional Information / Important Notes
For the best results, specimens should be collected after the onset of symptoms, preferably on days 3 through 5.
Visually bloody or overly viscous sample may fail to flow properly, resulting in an invalid test result.
Methodology/Method Description
The ImmunoCard STAT! Rotavirus test offers a simple, rapid method for detecting rotavirus antigen in patient stool
CPT Codes
87425