PCR SCREEN FOR MYCOBACTERIUM TUBERCULOSIS & RIFAMPIN RESISTANCE (TBPCRC)

Message

AFB culture should also be ordered with this test. For tests on pleural fuid, use test code MYCR.

Test Code

LAB8616

Preferred Specimen

2-5 mL sputum, BAL, bronchial washing

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Instructions

Multiple specimens should be collected at least 8 hours apart. Not for use for patients on anti-TB therapy for more than 3 days.

Transport Container

Sterile container

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Bloody specimens

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.