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HelpTest Code HLIPA Hepatitis C Viral RNA Genotype, LIPA
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Epic EAP: LAB2596
Epic Description: HEPATITIS C VIRAL RNA GENOTYPE, LIPA
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No anticoagulant, No Gel | 5.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours
refrigerated: 14 days
frozen: 42 days
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifruge specimen. Aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma or Serum
Optimum 2.0 mL
Minimum 0.6 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Quest Diagnostics, Referral code: 37811
http://www.questdiagnostics.com/testcenter/TestDetail.action?tabName=OrderingInfo&ntc=37811
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifruge specimen. Aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
87902