Adenovirus DFA




Test Mnemonic

DADNO

CPT Codes

  • 87260 - QTY (1)

LOINC ®

5834-7

Performing Laboratory

Cleveland Clinic Laboratories


Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
OneThroatSwab in Universal Transport Media (UTM) RefrigeratedUTM is preferred; M4 is acceptable as an alternative
OneNasopharynxSwab in Universal Transport Media (UTM) RefrigeratedUTM is preferred; M4 is acceptable as an alternative
OneConjunctivalSwab in Universal Transport Media (UTM) RefrigeratedUTM is preferred; M4 is acceptable as an alternative
UnspecifiedAspirate, nasopharyngealSterile container Refrigerated 
UnspecifiedWashings, nasopharyngealSterile container Refrigerated 

Stability

Environmental Condition Description
AmbientUnacceptable
FrozenUnacceptable
RefrigeratedFor specimens not in UTM: 24 hours; For specimens in UTM: 72 hours

Days Performed

7 days a week

Turnaround Time

1 day

Methodology

Name Description
Direct Fluorescent Antibody (DFA) 

Reference Range

Special Info

Place body fluids in sterile container; do not dilute by placing specimen into UTM. Indicate site of collection. UTM can be stored at ambient (room) temperature prior to use. Once inoculated, specimen should be refrigerated at 2 - 8 degrees Centigrade.

Clinical Info

Diagnosis of Adenovirus infection