EHRLICHIA EWINGII PCR

Message
THIS TEST REQUIRES A WILD CODE.
Call Carrie x4171 or Amber x4173


Test Code
LAB00925


Alias/See Also
LAB00925
Ehrlichia ewingii DNA, Real-Time PCR


CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen
1mL Lavender (EDTA) - Whole Blood


Minimum Volume
0.7 mL Lavender (EDTA) - Whole Blood


Other Acceptable Specimens
Yellow Top (ACD)
1 tick


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days


Methodology
PCR

Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.