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Test Code MEASU Measles Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Urine


Ordering Guidance


Polymerase chain reaction testing (this test) is recommended as the first-line test if a patient has symptoms of measles (ie, cough, fever, conjunctivitis, rash).

 

If serology has been performed and IgM-class antibodies against measles are detected (ROGM / Measles (Rubeola) Virus Antibody, IgM and IgG, Serum), this test should be ordered to confirm measles infection.



Shipping Instructions


Specimens must be shipped at refrigerated temperature. Specimens received frozen will be rejected.



Specimen Required


Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)

Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect a random urine specimen.

2. No preservative


Useful For

Identifying measles infection using random urine specimens

Method Name

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Reporting Name

Measles Virus PCR, Urine

Specimen Type

Urine

Specimen Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Urine Refrigerated 7 days

Reject Due To

Samples that have been heat inactivated
Urine containing preservatives
Reject

Reference Values

Negative

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

1 to 3 days

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Test Classification

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

CPT Code Information

87798

LOINC Code Information

Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
MEASU Measles Virus PCR, Urine 86577-4

 

Result ID Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
617822 Measles Virus PCR, Urine 86577-4

NY State Approved

Yes