Test Code LCADP Adenovirus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma
Reporting Name
Adenovirus PCR, PUseful For
Aiding in diagnosing adenovirus infections using plasma specimens
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a sterile, plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Plasma EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
LCADP | Adenovirus PCR, P | 21055-9 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
56088 | Adenovirus PCR, P | 21055-9 |
Interpretation
A positive result indicates the presence of adenovirus nucleic acid in the clinical specimen.
A negative result does not rule out the presence of adenoviruses because viral DNA may be present at levels below the detection limits of this assay.
Report Available
2 to 5 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.