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HelpTest Code HCBDNAQT Hepatitis C RNA and Quant (R-PCR)
Cerner Test Code
HCVQN
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 4.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 3.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, aliquot and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 6 days, Frozen 84 days
Performed Test Frequency
Weekdays
CPT(s)
87522
Methodology
PCR
Performing Location
Test performed at MercyOne Clinical Lab, Des Moines, IA, Molecular.