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HelpTest ID FH3N5 Hepatitis C Viral RNA Genotype 3 NS5a Drug Resistance
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Plasma gel tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerate.
Acceptable:
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 2 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerate.
Method Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); Sequencing
Reporting Name
HCV RNA Genotype 3 NS5a Drug ResistSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Plasma or Serum: 0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 42 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reference Values
Not detected
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Report Available
6 to 18 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytic performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposed.CPT Code Information
87902
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FH3N5 | HCV RNA Genotype 3 NS5a Drug Resist | 82525-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z4852 | HCV NS5a Subtype | 82514-1 |
| Z4853 | Daclatasvir Resistance | 82379-9 |
| Z4854 | Velpatasvir Resistance | 82520-8 |