Mucorales RT-PCR, BAL MUCORBAL
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Mucorales RT-PCR, BAL |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Mucorales RT-PCR, BAL |
EPIC Order Name |
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Clinical Info |
DNA in samples may aid in diagnosis of invasive fungal infection (IFI) in high risk populations. The Mucorales PCR detects the most common causative agents of mucormycosis including 32 strains encompassing eight Mucorales genera. |
Specimen Type |
Body Fluid |
Specimen Volume |
2 mL BAL ( 0.5 mL min) |
Container |
Sterile Screw Top Tube |
Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Sterile Screw Top Tube |
Transport Instructions |
Frozen |
Specimen Stability |
2 Days Refrigerated |
Methodology |
RT- PCR Amplification |
Days Performed |
TAT: 1-3 Days |
Performing Laboratory |
Viracor-Eurofins Laboratories |
CPT |
87798 |
PDM |
245133 |
Result InterpretationSee Report |
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Forms |
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