Toxo gondii PCR, Amniotic (LABCORP)

Test Code

1231100816

Alias/See Also

LAB1955: Toxoplasma gondii DNA Qual PCR | LABCORP EAP: 138586

CPT Codes
87798x1

Preferred Specimen

LABCORP LAB: STERILE CONTAINER (Frozen) Min Vol: 0.5

Transport Temperature

Specimen Type: Serum or bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) Container: Anaerobic transport or aerobic/anaerobic bacterial swab transport containing gel preservative Storage: Maintain specimen at room temperature. Special Instructions: Isolates of C difficile are tested for toxin production by the cytotoxin B assay. Specimen Collection: Transfer stool to anaerobic transport. Specimen must be properly labeled and accompanied by properly completed test request form. Method: Culture Stability Room Temp: Not Available Refrigerated: Not Available Frozen: Not Available Rejection: Specimen in Parapak

Report Available

LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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