West Michigan influenza infections peaked mid-March 2022 and have been declining in the weeks that followed. Now with a low prevalence of circulating influenza, using the most sensitive diagnostic test is recommended in order to obtain accurate and actionable results. Influenza antigen testing (e.g. Sofia instrument) is no longer appropriate at this time and Influenza PCR testing should be ordered when clinically indicated.
Low Influenza Prevalence |
High Influenza Prevalence |
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Recommended Order | Influenza PCR (LAB3255) | Influenza Rapid Antigen (LAB2111530) or Influenza PCR (LAB3255) |
More detailed information can be found as published by the CDC:
TEST INFORMATION
Test name | Epic code | Interface EMR Code | CPT Code |
Influenza PCR | LAB3255 | 11594 | 87502 |
Influenza Rapid Antigen | LAB2111530 | 11208 | 87804 x4 |