Multi-Specimen MTB Complex and Rifampin Resistance, PCR

Message
For tissue, add a small amount of sterile, non-bacteriostatic saline to container (no fixative or preservative). For sputum, please order Test Code 94577.


Test Code
LAB14653 MTBRR


Alias/See Also
MTBRR


CPT Codes
87564| 87801| 87801

Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Minimum Testing Volume: 3 mL bronchial brush/wash, tracheal aspirate or urine0.5 mL body fluid, CSF, or tissue Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 72 hoursRefrigerated : 7 daysFrozen: N/A Causes for Rejection: Sputum Specimen received in formalin and/or alcohol Processed/concentrated specimen from client


Report Available
3-Days


Clinical Significance
1230170686



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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