Xpert COVID19 PCR
Methodology
RT-PCR - This is a molecular real-time RT-PCR test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2. This test has been authorized by the FDA under EUA for use by authorized laboratories.
Alternate Names
Coronavirus 19, Wuhan Coronavirus, Novel Coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2
SoftLab Order Code
COVXP
Epic Order Name
ED/Inpatient - Search COVID19 Diagnosis
Outpatient - Search Covid
Outpatient - Search Covid
Epic Order ID
Use Covid Diagnostic Panel
Tests Included
SARS-CoV2
Laboratory
All Hospitals
Sample Type
NP swabs, Mid-Turbinate swabs
Collection Container
Red UTM
Alternative Collection Container
Purple UTM
Blue Capped Saline Tube
Collecting Volume
1 swab
Storage or Stability
Refrigerate for transport.
Causes for Rejection
Swabs with calcium alginate or cotton tips; swabs with wooden shafts; refrigerated samples greater than 72 hours old; room temperature specimen >72 hrs. old
Instructions
Acceptable specimen include: NP swabs and Mid-turbinate swabs.
- BAL specimen testing is performed at LabCorp. See test COVID (2019 Novel Coronavirus.
- Sputum and Endotracheal aspirates are performed at Mayo. Order as MISCT
NOTE: Specimens collected in saline tubes cannot be used for Respiratory Pathogen Panel (BioFire) testing
TAT
2-4 hours after receipt in the lab