Test ID RSVAB Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) In Situ Hybridization, Technical Component Only
Ordering Guidance
This test includes only technical performance of the stain (no pathologist interpretation is performed). If diagnostic consultation by a pathologist is required order PATHC / Pathology Consultation.
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green pathology address label and the pink Immunostain Technical Only label included in the kit to the outside of the transport container.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope (T693)
Specimen Type: Tissue
Container/Tube: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Preferred: 4 unstained positively charged glass slide (25- x 75- x 1-mm) per test ordered; sections 4-microns thick.
Acceptable: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block
Useful For
Aids in the identification of respiratory syncytial viral infection
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
ISTOI | ISH Initial, Tech Only | No | No |
ISTOA | ISH Additional, Tech Only | No | No |
Method Name
In Situ Hybridization
Reporting Name
Resp Syncytial Virus(RSV)ISH,T OnlySpecimen Type
TECHONLYSpecimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
TECHONLY | Ambient (preferred) | ||
Refrigerated |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory

Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
88365-TC, Primary
88364-TC, if additional ISH
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
RSVAB | Resp Syncytial Virus(RSV)ISH,T Only | Order only;no result |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
601949 | Resp Syncytial Virus(RSV)ISH,T Only | Bill only; no result |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Immunohistochemical (IHC)/In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Stains Request (T763) with the specimen.
Testing Algorithm
For the initial technical component only in situ hybridization (ISH) stain performed, the appropriate bill only test ID will be reflexed and charged (ISTOI). For each additional technical component only ISH stain performed, an additional bill only test ID will be reflexed and charged (ISTOA).