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M. tuberculosis PCR, direct (CHOMP)
Test CodeLAB6572
Alias/See Also
MTB by PCR
CPT Codes
87556
Preferred Specimen
Preferred Specimen: 5-10 mL Sputum, Nebulized sputum, Bronchial Lavage or Bronch Wash in sterile container
Patient Preparation
Outpatient: Collect at Main Hospital or Front Desk Lab Only
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Instructions
Collect early morning specimen
Transport Container
Sterile Container
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Specimen Stability
<2 hrs at RT
<24 hrs at 4° C
<2 hrs at RT
<24 hrs at 4° C
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Swab specimens from respiratory source unacceptable. 24 hour pooled sputum and saliva unacceptable.
Methodology
PCR
Performing Laboratory
CH CHOMP HOSPITAL LAB (831-625-4811): CH MICROBIOLOGY
