Test Overview
Test Methodology

Abbott ID Now, PCR Rapid molecular in citro diagnostic test untilizing an isothermal nucleic acid amplivatiadoint technology intended for qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA

Test Usage

Abbott ID Now instrument is a rapid molecular in vitro diagnostic test utilizing an isothermal nucleic acid amplification technology intended for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from the SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA in direct nasopharangeal swab from individuals who are suspected of COVID-19 by their health care provider.

Reference Range *

Not Detected

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Limitations

Swab must be testing within 60 minutes of collection

Test Details
Days Set Up
Continuous, all day
Analytic Time

20 minutes

Soft Order Code
ECOVD
MiChart Code
159828
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Chemical Pathology
    Reference Laboratory
    N/A
    Section
    Automation
    Specimen Requirements
    Collection

    Nasopharyngeal Swab, dry swab only (nasal swab or Oropharyngeal is acceptable specimen when Nasopharyngeal collection is not available

    Collection Instructions

    N/A

    Special Handling

    Swab must be tested within 60 minutes of collection, Dry swab ONLY

    Contraindications
    Positive results are indicative of personcod of SARS-CoV-2-RNA; clinical correlation with patient history and other diagnostic information is necessary to determine patient infection status. Positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses.
    Normal Volume
    Dry NP swab
    Minimum Volume
    N/A
    Storage Temperature
    Room Temperature
    Additional Information

    Testing is for symptomatic patients only.

    Billing
    CPT Code
    87635
    LOINC
    94534-5
    NY State Approved
    No