Update Type: Test Code Change
Test Updated: 02/22/2023
Test Overview
Test Methodology

PCR

Test Usage

Qualitative detection of Zika virus RNA in serum from individuals meeting CDC Zika virus clinical or epidemiologic criteria

Reference Range *

Negative

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

Test Details
Days Set Up
Tuesday, Thursday
Analytic Time

6 - 10 days

Soft Order Code
VZIKS
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Sendout
    Reference Laboratory
    Mayo VZIKS
    Section
    Special Testing
    Specimen Requirements
    Collection Instructions

    Collect specimen in SST or red top tube. Spin and aliquot within 6 hours of collection. Send to Specimen Processing refrigerated.

    Normal Volume
    0.5 mL
    Minimum Volume
    0.25 mL
    Storage Temperature
    Refrigerated preferred, frozen acceptable. Stability is 7 days at either temperature
    Additional Information

    Test performed by Mayo Clinic Laboratories

    Billing
    CPT Code
    87762
    Fee Code
    AA379
    NY State Approved
    No