Chikungunya Virus PCR Qualitative
Order Name
Chikungunya Ql
Test Number: 6900537
Revision Date 12/29/2025
Test Number: 6900537
Revision Date 12/29/2025
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Chikungunya Virus PCR Qualitative
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Polymerase Chain Reaction | 81152-1 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 0.5 mL (0.3 mL) | Serum | Clot Activator SST | Frozen |
| Instructions | Specimen Type: Gel-barrier tube Specimen Storage: FREEZE Specimen Collection: Serum must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Send serum in a plastic transfer tube. Special Instructions: Testing referred to Mayo Medical Laboratory ML#CHIKS Specimen Stability: Ambient: Not Available, Refrigerated : 7 days, Frozen: 7 days Cause for Rejection: Gross hemolysis, heat-inactivated specimen, or Serum specimen not aliquoted from the serum gel collection tube into a sterile container |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 3-8 days |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 833600 |
| CPT Code(s) | 87798 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |