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Test Code M62 Rotavirus

Important Note

Collect specimens as early in the acute phase of illness as possible. Virus shedding occurs within the first 8 days of illness.

Additional Codes

ALAB: ROTA

PowerChart: Rotavirus Antigen, Feces

MA Cerner: Rotavirus Antigen

Test Method

Rapid Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA); Immunocard, Meridian Diagnostics, Inc.

Specimen Requirement

Stool specimen is required.

Additional Specimen Collection Information

Collect a random stool specimen in a sterile container. No preservative is required. Label appropriately [including source, date and time of collection]. Transport specimen to the laboratory immediately after collection. Refrigerate specimen for up to 24 hours until transported to testing site.

Performance

Performed Monday through Sunday.

Routine: Typically completed within 4 hours after the specimen arrives at the testing site.

STAT: Typically completed within 1.25 hours after the specimen arrives at the testing site.

Reference Values

Antigen not present

CPT Code Information

87425 Enzyme Immunoassay Technique by Organism: Infectious agent antigen detection by enzyme immunoassay technique, qualitative or semiquantitative, multiple step method; rotavirus

Useful For

Investigation of patients with diarrhea, particularly infants, the elderly, and immunocompromised patients

Investigation of nosocomial diarrhea

LOINC Code Information

5880-0 Rotavirus Ag [Presence] In Stool By Immunoassay