Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), NAA
Use
Results are for the identification of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) from upper respiratory specimens.
Special Instructions
Ensure specimens are collected in viral/universal transport medium (VTM/UTM) or 0.9% saline. Use nasopharyngeal, mid-turbinate, or anterior nasal swabs collected via standard techniques. The swab must be inserted and rotated as specified during collection. Specimens should be sent promptly to ensure they are received within the stability period.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics were determined by Labcorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Results should be interpreted in the context of clinical findings and should not be used as the sole basis for diagnosis or patient management. Specimens collected using substances inhibitory to PCR such as heparin, hemoglobin, ethanol, and high concentrations of EDTA may lead to inaccurate results.
Methodology
PCR-based (RT-PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 76089-2
- 76089-2
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Nasal Swab
Volume
1 - 3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Anterior nasal swab, nasopharyngeal (NP) swab or mid-turbinate swab in viral/universal transport medium (VTM/UTM) or 0.9% saline
Collection Instructions
Nasopharyngeal (NP) and mid-turbinate swabs: Collect using standard techniques. Place the swab into VTM/UTM and cap tightly. Anterior nasal swab: Insert the tip of the swab into one nostril. The swab does not need to be inserted far. Insert just until the tip of the swab is no longer visible. Rotate the swab in a circle around the entire edge of your nostril at least three times. Repeat with the second nostril. Insert swab into the 0.9% saline tube and cap tightly.
Storage Instructions
Frozen at -20° C (preferred). Refrigerated specimens and room temperature specimens (if received for testing within 72 hours of collection) are also acceptable.
Causes for Rejection
Unacceptable specimens include specimens that are beyond the established stability, improperly labeled, grossly contaminated, broken or with significant leakage in transit or improperly collected or shipped. Substances inhibitory to PCR should not be used to collect specimens; known inhibitory substances include heparin, hemoglobin, ethanol, EDTA concentrations >0.01M. Specimens must be submitted with a swab.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
| Frozen | >72 hours |