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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB915
Epic Description: HEPATITIS C GENOTYPE
Synonym
HCV Genotype, HCV Subtype
Hep C Virus SubtypR
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
2 – Lavender, EDTA |
6.0 mL | 5.0 mL |
| Alternate | 2 – Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 6.0 mL | 5.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
60 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Draw blood in two lavender tubes. Spin and separate within 6 hours of collection. Separate into two aliquot tubes and freeze. Do not share with any other test. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma Serum
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 2.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: HCVGR
https://wardelab.com/test/hcv-rna-qn-real-time-pcr-reflex-to-genotype-lipa/
Assay Frequency
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday
Routine Turnaround Time
5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen.Separate and aliquot into two plastic vials within 6 hours of collection. Freeze.
CPT Code Information
87522