Chlamydia pneumoniae PCR
Test Mnemonic
CHLPCR
CPT Codes
- 87486 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Chlamydia pneumoniae DNA DetectR
- Chlamydophilia pneumoniae PCR
Includes
- Chlamydia pneumo DNA
- Specimen source
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Respiratory | Sterile container | Frozen | Respiratory specimen: Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), nasal wash or pleural fluid. Note: Specimen source is required; Place each specimen in a separate, individually sealed bag. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Days Performed
Mon, Wed, Fri
Turnaround Time
2 - 6 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) |
Reference Range
Special Info
This test is New York DOH approved.