Brief Description
Mumps PCR
Laboratory Unit
Molecular
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Specimen Collection
Mumps PCR Kit
Storage/Transport
Acceptable Specimen Type(s)
Buccal Swab
Test Request Form(s)
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.