| Test Name: | Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Rapid Antigen |
| Epic Order Code: | LAB495 | | |
| CPT Code: | 87807 | | |
| Specimen(s) Type: | Nasal swab or Nasopharyngeal swab |
| Acceptable Container(s): |
FLOQSwabs: Copan Flocked Swabs |
| Testing Schedule: | 24 hours/day, 7 days/week |
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: 1 hour |
| | Routine: 1 hour |
| Collection Information: | See specific specimen type in Serology/Virology Collection Information by Source. Only performed on patients < 5 years of age. |
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
| Reference Client: | Specimens must be received within 1 hour. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient quantity, incorrect/delay in transport. |
| Reference Range: | Negative for RSV |
| Additional Information: | FLOQSwabs available in the laboratory. |