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Test Code COVID19CEPH SARS-CoV-2, PCR

Specimen Requirements

NP Swab
Container/Tube: Sterile swab in viral transport media (VTM) 

Collection Instructions: Insert swab into posterior nasopharynx through nostril. Rotate swab slowly in nasopharynx for 5 seconds.

Note: 1. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), medical record number, and date and actual time of collection.

2. Specimen source is required.

 

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Performing Laboratory

The Valley Hospital

Reference Values

Negative

This test is not recommended as a test of cure.