ElectronMicroscopy
Electron Microscopy
Procedure #: MAX0157A
CPT: 88348
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|---|---|
| Requisition Form | G-2V. |
| Test Description | Testing of suspected viruses by direct observation of virus morphology and size. |
| Pre-Approval Needed | N/A |
| Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
| Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
| Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Human |
| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing | Stool, tissue culture fluid, urine, washings, vesicular fluids, tissue, serum. |
| Minimum Volume/Size Required | 1-2 mL. |
| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping | Keep fluids cold. Dry smears may be stored at ambient temperatures. Do not freeze. |
| Transport Medium | Viral transport media (VTM) or universal transport media (UTM) for swabs. |
| Specimen Labeling | Tube must have two forms of identification, preferably full name and DOB. |
| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements | Keep fluids cold and ship on cold packs. Dry smears may be stored at ambient temperatures. Do not freeze. |
| Method | Transmission Electron Microscopy |
| Turn-around Time | 2 business days. |
| Interferences/Limitations | N/A |
| Common Causes for Rejection | Information on the form and tube do not match, failure to put two forms of identification on tube, submission of incorrect specimen type. |
| Additional Information | Please contact the Infectious Disease Control Unit at 512-776-7676 if submitting a suspected Pox specimen for identification. |