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Lyme Disease (Borrelia Species by PCR)
M305
Methodology: | Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction |
Performed: | Varies |
Reported: | 2-5 days |
Specimen Required: | Collect: Whole blood yellow top tube (ACD solution A), UroSwab® (males and females), synovial fluid, ticks Specimen Preparation: Yellow top tube (ACD solution A): •Immediately after blood collection, invert the tube(s) gently 8-10 times to ensure mixing of anticoagulant with blood to prevent clotting. Do not shake tube(s). Do not centrifuge specimen. Storage/Transport Temperature: Stable at room temperature. Completely fill the tube whenever possible to eliminate dilution from the anticoagulant and ensure the proper blood-to-anticoagulant ratio. UroSwab®:Storage/Transport Temperature: Stable at room temperature. Synovial Fluid in a Sterile Container: min 1 ml Please list specimen source on the container and test requisition form. Do not use the yellow top (ACD solution A) blood collection tubes. Storage/Transport Temperature: Stable at room temperature. Tick: in Clean non-additive container or zip-lock bag: Ticks are consumed during the extraction process and therefore cannot be returned after testing. Turnaround time for tick testing is typically 3-5 days but may vary. Storage/Transport Temperature: Stable at room temperature. Ticks can be submitted alive or dead. Do not place in alcohol, burn, or place on tape.Stability: Room Temperature: 24-48 hours. NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. * Performing Laboratory MDL (Molecular Diagnostics Laboratories) |
CPT Code(s): | 87476 |