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HelpOrderable Name HRTVS Heartland Virus, RNA, Molecular Detection, PCR, Serum
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
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Within 2 hours of collection centrifuge and aliquot serum into a sterile container.
2. Serum specimens not aliquoted from the serum gel collection tube into a sterile container will be rejected.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of central nervous system infection caused by Heartland virus using serum specimens
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days | ||
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| 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.