Result Test Name
QUEST INFLUENZA A RNA
Laboratory
QUEST LAB
Result Test Code
12386029846
Laboratory Test Name
QUEST SARS-COV-2 RNA INFLUENZA A/B AND RSV RNA QUALITATIVE NAAT
Reportable Test Name
-
Result LOINC
92142-9
Collection Container
VTM Viral Transport Media
Units
-
Collection Requirements
Preferred Specimen(s) One (1) nasopharyngeal or nasal swab collected in VCM UTM Alternative Specimen(s) Nasal wash aspirate collected into VCM UTM or equivalent Minimum Volume 1 swab in transport media 1 swab in transport nasopharyngeal or nasal swab 0.6 mL nasal wash aspirate in 3 mL viral transport Collection Instructions Please read detailed instructions below related to collection and transport. Specimens should be transported refrigerated and are stable for up to 7 days. Cold packs/pouches should be used if placing specimens in a lockbox for courier pick-up. Each COVID-19 specimen transport vial that is submitted should be accompanied by its own separate requisition and transported in its own sealed bag.
Container Temp
Refrigerated (3)
Container Volume
.600
Test Info
SARS-CoV-2 RNA Influenza A/B and RSV RNA Qualitative NAAT - SARS-CoV-2 RNA Influenza A/B and RSV RNA Qualitative NAAT is a multitarget molecular test that aids in simultaneous qualitative detection and differentiation of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) influenza A influenza B and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) viral RNA. This test is intended to be performed on respiratory specimens collected from individuals suspected of respiratory viral infection consistent with COVID-19 or influenza or RSV by their healthcare provider. Clinical signs and symptoms of respiratory viral infection due to SARS-CoV-2 influenza and RSV can be similar.
Shipping Instructions
Transport Container For NP swabs: Flocked nylon dacron polyester or rayon tipped swabs with flexible shaft are recommended and placed into UTM or equivalent medium Transport Temperature Refrigerated (cold packs) Specimen Stability Room temperature: 24 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 3 Months Nasopharyngeal or nasal swab collected in VCM UTM equivalent media: Acceptable -70? C Reject Criteria Calcium alginate swabs Cotton swabs in wooden shaft Amies liquid or gel transport for bacterial cultures Tubes with clot activator Glass tubes Snap-cap tubes 3D printed swabs Media with guanidine isothiocyanate (GITC) due to safety concerns Specimen at room temperature for >24 hours Throat and lower respiratory samples Transport tube with the swab inverted