Zika Virus by PCR, Blood
Also known as: ZIKAPCR B
Use
Zika Virus by PCR is a real-time RT-PCR test intended for the qualitative detection of Zika virus RNA from individuals meeting CDC Zika virus clinical criteria (e.g., clinical signs and symptoms associated with Zika virus infection) and/or CDC Zika virus epidemiological criteria (e.g., history of residence in or travel to a geographic region with active Zika transmission at the time of travel, or other epidemiologic criteria for which Zika virus testing may be indicated). Diagnostic testing for Zika virus infection should be performed as outlined by current CDC guidance.
Special Instructions
Testing should only be performed on individuals meeting Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) clinical criteria for Zika virus (eg, clinical signs and symptoms associated with Zika virus infection) and/or CDC epidemiological criteria for Zika virus (eg, 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). If serologic testing is needed as a follow-up to PCR, contact ARUP client services to order Zika Virus IgM Antibody Capture (MAC), by ELISA (ARUP test code 2013942). Additional charges apply.
Limitations
A negative result does not rule out the presence of PCR inhibitors in the patient specimen or assay specific nucleic acid in concentrations below the level of detection by the assay. This test has not been FDA cleared or approved. In compliance with this authorization, please visit https://aruplab.com/zika for more information and to access the applicable information sheets.
New York Approved
Methodology
PCR-based (RT-PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 31208-2
- 91078-6
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Serum separator tube (SST).
Collection Instructions
Separate from cells. Transfer 2 mL serum to a sterile container.
Storage Instructions
Frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Urine (refer to Zika Virus by PCR, Urine, ARUP test code 2014069).
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
| Frozen | 6 weeks |
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