Pneumocystis jirovecii DFA with Reflex to Pneumocystis jirovecii by PCR
| CPT Code(s): | 87299; if reflexed add 87798 |
| Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Respiratory specimen: Bronchial washing, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), or induced sputum. Specimen Preparation:Transfer 5 mL respiratory specimen to a sterile container. (Min: 1 mL) Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag. Storage/Transport Temperature:Refrigerated. Stability:Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable |
| New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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