Post-Transplant, Aspergillus DNA, Qualitative RT PCR, Blood : 18000

PTASPB or 18000

Specialized, Services, PTxplnt, Txplnt, Quest Advanced

3 mL (1 mL minimum) whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube.

Refrigerated.

Room temperature: Unacceptable; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen: 30 days

Received room temperature

Daily

1 day (From receipt in the performing Lab)

Laboratory test results should always be considered in the context of clinical observations. This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing. 

Not Detected.

Aspergillus DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR - Diagnostic methods based on Real-Time PCR offer the possibility of expedient detection of Aspergillus from a variety of clinical specimens. Rapid, specific diagnosis of A. terreus is important because this organism is often refractory to amphotericin B treatment.