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HelpOrderable Name HRTVC Heartland Virus, RNA, Molecular Detection, PCR, Spinal Fluid
Ordering Guidance
Patients with a history of symptoms for more than 1 week may be negative by molecular tests (ie, real-time polymerase chain reaction) and may require serologic testing, which is available through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Send specimen from collection vial 2.
2. Do not centrifuge or heat inactivate.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of central nervous system infection caused by Heartland virus using spinal fluid specimens
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days | ||
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysCPT Code Information
87798
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.