Test Code COVIDR SARS COVID 2 RNA PCR MUNSON

Important Note

Generally used for inpatient testing and decision-making with regard to removal from respiratory isolation.

Infectious

Real Time RT-PCR CEPHEID

Munson Medical Center Laboratory Microbiology

Nasopharyngeal swab in viral transport media. Stabile for 8 hours room temperature. 7 days at 2-8⁰C

Sputum and transtracheal aspirates sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories.

Positive

Negative

Presumptive Positive, should reflex to Mayo test for confirmation.

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