Zika Virus

Testing services are provided for patients who meet certain criteria.

IgM serology

RT-PCR (CDC Trioplex Real-time RT-PCR assay)

IgM – 86790

RT-PCR – 87798

*See Zika Virus Testing Criteria & Instructions Form (below) for guidance on specimen collection windows for symptomatic and asymptomatic patients.

IgM serology: 2 mLs of serum

RT-PCR:

Serum: 2 mLs

Urine: 3-5 mLs (must be accompanied by serum)

Whole blood: at least 1 mL (EDTA required, must be accompanied by serum)

CSF: at least 1 mL (must be accompanied by serum)

Amniotic fluid: at least 2 mLs of fluid (must be accompanied by serum)

Store all specimens at 4^oC.

Transport all specimens on cold packs within 24 – 72 hours of collection.

IgM serology: usually 7-14 days

RT-PCR: usually 1-2 days