Zika Virus by PCR, Serum (Sendout)
General Information
- Lab Name
- Lab Code
- 1118
- External Test Id
- 2014065
- Description
Ordering Recommendation: 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).
It is recommended to test both blood and urine sample types.
- References
- ARUP Consult Topic: Dengue, West Nile, and Other Mosquito-Borne Arboviruses
- CDC Zika Virus Testing Algorithm
- Synonyms
- 2014065, Zika PCR Serum, ZIKPCR, ZIKV
- Components
Interpretation
- Guidelines
- Method
Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Reference Range
- Ref. Range Notes
Reference Interval: Not Detected A positive RT-PCR result confirms Zika virus infection, and no additional testing is indicated. When test results are negative, the serum should be tested as outlined in the current CDC-issued algorithm.
- Interferences and Limitations
The Zika Virus by PCR test is for in vitro diagnostic use under the FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). This test has not been FDA cleared or approved. In compliance with this authorization, please visit Zika Virus Test Information for more information and to access the applicable information sheets.
- References
- ARUP Consult Topic: Dengue, West Nile, and Other Mosquito-Borne Arboviruses
- CDC Zika Virus Testing Algorithm
Ordering & Collection
- Specimen Type
- Blood
- Collection
-
6 mL blood in GOLD SST or RED TOP tube
- Handling Instructions
Outside Laboratories: Centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a separate plastic vial. Freeze serum at -20°C while awaiting shipment. Transport on dry ice.
Stability: Frozen (preferred): 6 weeks; Refrigerated: 5 days; Ambient: Unacceptable.
- Quantity
-
Requested: 2 mL serum
Minimum: 1 mL serum
Processing
- Receiving Instructions
Centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a separate plastic vial. Freeze serum at -20°C.
Sendouts:
- Order ARUP Test: 2014065
- Interfaced: Yes [Interface: 602; Department: ARPZ]
Stability: Frozen (preferred): 6 weeks; Refrigerated: 5 days; Ambient: Unacceptable.
- Misc Sendout
Performance
- Lab Department
- Frequency
- Performed: Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Reported: 1-4 days from sample receipt at ARUP Laboratories.
- Available STAT?
- No
- Performing Location(s)
-
Sendout ARUP Laboratories, Inc.
800-522-2787500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Billing & Coding
- Billing Comments
CPT: 87662