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/A | Tissue, frozen | Sterile container | Frozen | Ship on dry ice. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
N/A | Fluid, body | Sterile container | Frozen | Ship on dry ice. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 mm |
Stability
Environmental Condition | Description |
---|---|
Frozen | Tissue & Body fluid: 1 - 2 months; Culture: Unacceptable |
Refrigerated | Tissue & Body fluid: 24 hours; Culture: Unacceptable |
Ambient | Tissue & 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.