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Staphylococcus aureus PCR, CSF
Components
| Name | Method | Department | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staph aureus PCR, CSF |
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Real-time TaqMan PCR |
CMI, Molecular Infectious Disease | Detected or Not Detected |
Specimen Requirements
CSF
| Container Type | Container Size | Specimen Volume |
|---|---|---|
PreferredCSF tube |
N/A | 1 mL |
Stability
Room temperature - 1 hour(s) |
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Specimen Preparation
- Transport to laboratory as soon as possible
- If delay in transport greater than 1 hour, refrigerate
Reasons for Rejection
- Centrifuged specimen
- Diluted specimen
- Thawed and refrozen specimen
Comments
Specimens received after 0900 will be done on the next day of testing.
CPT Code
- 87640