Bartonella PCR, tissue




Test Mnemonic

TBART

CPT Codes

  • 87471 - QTY (1)

Performing Laboratory

University of Washington Molecular Microbiology


Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
N/ATissue, frozenSterile container FrozenShip on dry ice.

Alternate Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
N/AFluid, bodySterile container FrozenShip on dry ice.

Minimum Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
5 mm     

Stability

Environmental Condition Description
FrozenTissue & Body fluid: 1 - 2 months; Culture: Unacceptable
RefrigeratedTissue & Body fluid: 24 hours; Culture: Unacceptable
AmbientTissue & Body fluid: 4 - 6 hours; Cultures should be sent ambient

Days Performed

Mon - Fri

Turnaround Time

2 - 3 weeks

Methodology

Name Description
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) 

Reference Range

Special Info

Citrated or heparinized solutions are not acceptable. Tissues floating in excess formalin are not acceptable. Direct blood, plasma, serum and stool specimens will be rejected.