Adenovirus Antigen Detection, Gastroenteritis, EIA
Test Mnemonic
SADNO
CPT Codes
- 87301 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Adenovirus, Enteric Antigen Test
Includes
- Adenovirus Antigen
Performing Laboratory
Focus Laboratories MRL
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 g | Stool | Sterile container | Frozen | Collect fresh stool in a sterile, leak-proof container. Do NOT use any preservatives, additives, or media. Do not submit diapers, and do not use M4 transport media or metal-ion containers. Refer to Special Information. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mL | Stool | Sterile container | Frozen | Collect fresh stool in a sterile, leak-proof container. Do NOT use any preservatives, additives, or media. Do not submit diapers, and do not use M4 transport media or metal-ion containers. Refer to Special Information. | |
| One | Swab, rectal | Sterile container | Frozen | Stool collection should be visible on swab. Do NOT use any preservatives, additives, or media. Do not submit diapers, and do not use M4 transport media or metal-ion containers. Refer to Special Information. | |
| One | Swab(s) | Sterile container | Frozen | Stool collection should be visible on swab. Do NOT use any preservatives, additives, or media. Do not submit diapers, and do not use M4 transport media or metal-ion containers. Refer to Special Information. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 g | Pea-sized portion of stool or 1 mL stool |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Days Performed
Mon, Wed, Fri
Turnaround Time
2 - 5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Stool should be collected in a sterile, leak-proof container without preservatives, media, or metal ions. For patients using diapers, first line the diaper with clean plastic to prevent absorption. Transfer 5 g or 5 mL of the stool specimen from the plastic-lined diaper to the sterile container and cap securely. Do NOT submit the diaper. Do not use M4 media or any type of media. Do not use preservatives or additives. Unacceptable Conditions: Diapers. Stool in transport media or preservatives. Specimens other than stool. Insufficient specimen on swab. M4 medium
Clinical Info
Adenovirus causes respiratory tract infections, conjunctivitis, and diarrhea. Infections are most common in young children and immunocompromised individuals. Adenovirus antigen detection is useful to confirm the diagnosis of adenovirus infection in patients with gastroenteritis.