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Pneumocystis jirovecii Reflex Panel

Test Code
901809


CPT Codes
87281<br>Restricted Client Code

Includes
If Pneumocystis jirovecii (P. carinii), DFA is reported "Not Detected", then Pneumocystis jirovecii, Qualitative Real-Time PCR will be performed at additional charge (CPT code: 87798).


Preferred Specimen
3.7 mL bronchoalveolar lavage/wash collected in a sterile leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
2.3 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Sputum collected in a sterile leak-proof container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Direct Immunofluorescence Assay

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: Next day


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report




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.