ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Bartonella DNA Detection by PCR, Whole Blood : 0060762

Mnemonic: BARTPCR WB

Methodology: Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: Tue, Fri
Reported: 1-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA).

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL whole blood to a sterile container. (Min: 0.25 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.


Remarks: Specimen source required.

Unacceptable Conditions: Heparinized specimens. Hemolyzed specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Interpretive Data: This test is performed pursuant to an agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.

Refer to Statement B under Testing Information at http://www.aruplab.com.
CPT Code(s): 87471
Cross References: Bartonella henselae (Bartonella DNA Detection by PCR, Whole Blood) , Cat Scratch Disease (Bartonella DNA Detection by PCR, Whole Blood)
 
 

 

 

 
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