Zika Virus by PCR, Blood
Test Mnemonic
ZKAPCR
CPT Codes
- 87662 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Frozen | Separate serum from cells and transfer to a sterile aliquot tube. Specimen source is required. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 6 weeks |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Mon, Wed, Fri
Turnaround Time
2 - 5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction |
Reference Range
Special Info
Testing should only be performed on individuals meeting Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) clinical criteria for Zika virus (e.g., clinical signs and symptoms associated with Zika virus infection) and/or CDC epidemiological criteria for Zika virus (e.g., history of residence in or travel to a geographic region with active Zika transmission at the time of travel, or other epidemiological criteria for which Zika virus testing may be indicated). A positive RT-PCR result confirms Zika virus infection, and no additional testing is indicated. When test results are negative, the serum should be tested as outlined in the current CDC-issued algorithm (http://www.cdc.gov/zika/laboratories/lab-guidance.html). The Zika Virus by PCR test is for in vitro diagnostic use under the FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). This test has not been FDA cleared or approved. Specimen source is required. Urine is unacceptable; refer to Zika Virus by PCR, Urine (UZKPCR). This test is New York DOH approved.