96345:NOROVIRUS ANTIGEN

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96345:NOROVIRUS ANTIGEN
Alias Names: Norwalk-like Virus
Methodology: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Edit Date: 10/15/2008
Performed: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Released: 1-4 days after setup at PeaceHealth Laboratories’ reference lab.
CPT Code: 87449-90
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: Stool in a sterile plastic container.
Handling: Freeze.
Stability: 48 hours refrigerated, 12 months frozen. Unstable ambient.
Standard Volume: 2 gm stool.
Minimum Volume: 1 gm stool
Transport: Frozen.
Comments: Norovirus, also called Norwalk-like Virus, is a major cause of viral gastroenteritis.

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