Bacterial Identification by 16S rRNA Gene Sequencing




Test Mnemonic

BACSEQ

CPT Codes

  • 87153 - QTY (1)

LOINC ®

66885-5

Aliases

  • 16S Sanger sequencing
  • 16S sequencing

Performing Laboratory

n/a


Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
One   AmbientPure culture of bacteria on solid media (plate or slant)

Stability

Environmental Condition Description
AmbientPure Culture of bacteria on solid media (plate or slant)
FrozenUnacceptable
RefrigeratedUnacceptable

Days Performed

Varies

Turnaround Time

5 - 7 days

Methodology

Name Description
Sanger Sequencing 

Reference Range