Bartonella Species by PCR
CPT Code(s): | 87471 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA) or serum separator tube. Also acceptable: CSF or tissue. Specimen Preparation:Separate serum or plasma from cells. Transfer 1 mL serum, plasma or CSF to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL). OR Tissue: Transfer to a sterile container and freeze immediately. Storage/Transport Temperature:Frozen. Stability:Tissue: Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 1 month. All Others: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: 1 month. |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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