ARBOVIRUS SEROLOGY

Synonyms: West Nile; Eastern Equine Encephalitis; Western Equine Encephalitis; St. Louis Encephalitis and California Encephalitis viruses
Computer Code: (ARBSER)
Specimen Collection: Serum (red or gold top tube). CSF is acceptable for West Nile virus only.
Minimum Volume: Greater than or equal to 1.0 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow blood to clot. Centrifuge for 20 min. Store refrigerated. Transport specimen at room temperature.
Reference Values: See report
Lab Code: Microbiology
Requisition:
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 10 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s):
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII