Test Code RSV Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Antigen, Nasopharyngeal Wash, swab or aspirate
Additional Codes
Ordering Mnemonic |
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RSV |
Methodology
Chromatographi Immunoassay
Useful for screening for RSV.
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
See "Microbiology Test Requirements", under Resources, at left.
See "ESwab Collection Instructions", under Resources, at left.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87420 (HH Bill Code 0203070)
Reference Values
Negative (reported as positive or negative)