Test Name

SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19)

CPT Code(s)

U0003, 87636, 86769

Specimen Type

Swab (NP, Midturbinate or Nasal)

Specimen Acceptability

7 days room temperature

Special Instructions

  • Remove the swab from the package. Do not touch the soft end with your hands or anything else.
  • Wash hands with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer.
  • Remove the swab from the package. Do not touch the soft end with your hands or anything else.
  • Insert the entire soft end of the swab into your nostril no more than ¾ of an inch (1.5 cm) into your nose.
  • Slowly rotate the swab, gently pressing against the inside of your nostril at least 4 times for a total of 15 seconds. Get as much nasal discharge as possible on the soft end of the swab.
  • Gently remove the swab.
  • Using the same swab, repeat steps 4–6 in your other nostril with the same end of the swab.

Volume

3 mL

Sample Container

Universal Transport Media Tube