Test Code HCVQN HCV Quantitative
Methodology
RT-PCR
Specimen Requirements
Acceptable specimen types: Serum
Specimen container: Gold top
Volume required: 1.5 mL
Special instructions: Spun/separated - 6 days 2-8C, 12 weeks frozen
Reference Range
Normal Range: 15IU/mL - 100,000,000IU/mL
Test Classification and CPT Coding
CPT code: 87522
Test Priority & Frequency
Frequency of testing: Minimum of once weekly