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Test Code LAB000 MISC TEST (STATE ZIKA PCR) Zika Virus PCR

Important Note

This test is only orderable by the laboratory.  To request this test in EPIC, please order LAB000 MISCELLANEOUS TEST.  Fill out appropriate prompts and request the test "Zika Virus PCR".  If you need further assistance, please contact the laboratory at 406-414-5010.

Useful For

The screening and diagnosis of Zika virus in patients, particularly pregnant women

Methodology

PCR

Performing Laboratory

Montana State Public Health Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Serum only or serum and urine (urine can not be submitted alone)

 

Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top or gold top
Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions:

  1. Serum should be collected within 14 days of symptom onset.  
  2. Send 2 mL serum  decanted into a sterile screw-capped vial (labeled "serum") and secured with parafilm.  
  3. Send refrigerated in a biohazard bag with cold packs.  
  4. Ship within 48 hours of collection.
  5. Include the following information on the laboratory requisition form:
    • symptoms
    • travel dates
    • onset date
    • pregnancy status

 

Specimen Type: Urine, random
Container/Tube: Sterile screw-capped container.
Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions:

  1. Pour off urine into a sterile screw-capped vial (labeled "urine") and secured with parafilm.  Do not submit urine in its original ccollection container (urine cup).  
  2. Send 2 mL urine refrigerated in a biohazard bag with cold packs.  
  3. Ship with a serum sample and ship within 48 hours of collection.

Note: Additional specimens that are accepted with a consult include CSF and amniotic fluid.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type Temperature Time
Serum Refrigerated 7 days
Urine Refrigerated 7 days

 

Reference Values

Negative (reported as positive or negative)

 

Positive results are telephoned to the submitter

Additional Infomation

If PCR testing is negative, Zika Elisa IgM serology testing will be performed at an additional charge, following CDC guidelines.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

 

Turnaround Time: Specimens are tested on the day of arrival and reported within 24 hours if accompanied by the completed testing form and local health department/Epi consult.

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87798-PCR

86790-Serology (if needed)

Special Instructions