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Broad Range PCR for AFB (MISC REF LAB)

Test Code
1230110154


Alias/See Also
LAB2471: Broad Range PCR for AFB, Bacteria/Fungi w/reflex NGS16s (Univ of Wash)


CPT Codes
87801x2, 87551x1, 87556x1

Preferred Specimen
NON-INTERFACED LABS: TISSUE (Frozen) Min Vol: N/A


Instructions
Collect specimens Monday - Wednesday only. 5-10 mL blood in Sodium Heparin (Dark Green) Collect Monday - Thursday only


Transport Temperature
Transport whole blood in original collection tubes. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Specimen must be received in Cinn OH laboratory within 28 hours of collection Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICAL AMBIENT Stability (from collection to initiation): Ambient: 28 hours / Frozen: Unacceptable / Refrigerated: Unacceptable. Performed Mon- Fri (Specimen must be in the CBDI lab by 11am on Fridays) Methodology: Chromium Release Reported: 4 days


Report Available
NON-INTERFACED LABS
STAT: 8640 min
Routine: 8640 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 8640 min
Life or Death: 8640 min



Last Updated: March 6, 2023


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.