Epic Test Code LAB101011 Trofile DNA Co-Receptor Tropism Assay
Additional Codes
Monogram Code: E3600
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Preferred Container
4 lavender top tube
How to Prepare a sample for Trofile DNA Co-Receptor Tropism Assay:
1. Recommended for patients with undetectable viral loads
2. Collect whole blood in 4 lavender-top (EDTA) tubes.
3. DO NOT CENTRIFUGE
4. Freeze sample immediately at -20˚C (DO NOT ALLOW SPECIMEN TO THAW) Specimen must be fully frozen before given to courier.
5. Contact Monogram Client Services at 1-800-777-0177 to arrange pickup.
**DON'T FORGET TO FILL OUT MONOGRAM REQUISITION AND SEND PATIENT BILLING**
Storage Requirements
Frozen
Transportation Needs
Frozen
Maximum Laboratory Time
18 days
Additional Information
Don’t forget to fill out Monogram Requisition and Send Patient Billing
Recommended for patients with undetectable viral loads
CPT Code
87999
Last Updated
4/10/2013