Mini-Respiratory pathogen Panel

Test for common viruses to diagnose respiratory tract infections
Profile Number
P007
CPT
87637
Synonyms
Mini RPP Panel, COVID, Flu, and RSV Diagnostic Panel
Test Details
METHODOLOGY

RNA extraction and reverse transcription real-time polymerase chain reaction

RESULT
TURNAROUND TIME

within 48 hours

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Test Includes

SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A, Influenza B , RSV

Specimen Requirements
SPECIMEN 
TYPE

Nasal swab

MINIMUM
VOLUME

0.5 mL

CONTAINER

Universal transport medium or viral transport medium

COLLECTION 
INSTRUCTIONS

Collect nasopharyngeal swab by inserting the swab along the nasal septum until resistance is felt. Mid-turbinate swab also acceptable.

STABILITY
REQUIREMENTS

72 hours

STORAGE

Room temperature or refrigerated.

PATIENT
PREPARATION

None

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TESTS

P008, P006, P029