Mumps

Brief Description

Mumps PCR

Laboratory Unit

Molecular

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Specimen Collection

Mumps PCR Kit

Storage/Transport

Collection & Submission of Mumps Specimens for Real-Time PCR Testing

Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

Buccal Swab

Test Request Form(s)

Virology Test Request Form

Possible Results

Mumps Virus Detected, Mumps Virus Not Detected, Inderterminate

Unacceptable Conditions

Specimen received outside of acceptable transport conditions
Improper specimen type
No name on tube
Quantity not sufficient

Interfering Substances

Use only viral transport medium and synthetic Dacron/flocked swab or equivalent. Do not use wooden or cotton swab.

Result Reported

PCR results are typically reported within 4 business days.

Fees

N/A

CPT Codes

N/A

LOINC/SNOMED Codes

N/A

Additional Information

Mumps serology specimens are referred to the CDC.