ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory
| 0060720: Organism Identification by 16S rDNA Sequencing |
| Test Mnemonic: MC BACSEQ | |
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Methodology: 16S rDNA Sequencing
Performed: Sun-Sat Reported: 2-5 days |
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Collect: Actively growing isolated organism, in pure culture, on agar slant, or on a swab in bacterial transport media. Source of specimen is required.
Transport: Organism in a sealed container at 20-25°C. Submit specimen according to Infectious Substance, Category A, shipping guidelines. Pediatric Collection/Transport: Submit specimen according to Infectious Substance, Category A, shipping guidelines. Remarks: Indicate source of organism and any other pertinent information, including a warning if organism is suspected to be a dangerous pathogen (Brucella, Francisella, etc.) Unacceptable Conditions: Nonviable organisms, mixed cultures, leaking containers, organisms submitted in liquid media. Stability: Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable |
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Please refer to Statement B in the Compliance Statements section in the front of the Laboratory Test Directory. |
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| An additional handling fee will be billed for mixed cultures submitted as indicated in the specimen requirements. |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| 87158 |