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HelpTest Code LAB3750 Aspergillus fumigatus DNA detection by PCR
Clinical System Name
Aspergillus fumigatus DNA detection by PCR
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Tissue or Fluid
Container(s): Sterile Screw-Capped Container, Universal Transport Media (UTM), E-Swab, or Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissues (FFPE, PET).
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL or 1 Cubin Centimeter Tissue
Minimum Vol: Diagnostic yield generally proportional to specimen size.
Note: Transport to the Main Lab immediately.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: Affix large Epic label to sterile screw top container and freeze specimen in the -20 CPA freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Transport frozen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room temp | ||
| Refrigerated | 8 h | |
| Frozen | Indefinite |
Performing Laboratory
University of Washington
Department of Laboratory Medicine
Microbiology Lab
1959 NE Pacific St, NW220
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone Number: (206) 520-4600
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Synonyms
Aspergillosis PCR, Aspergillus fumigatus detection, Aspergillus fumigatus identification, Aspergillus fumigatus PCR, Aspergillus identification, Aspergillus PCR, molecular Aspergillus, universal PCR
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M - F | 5 - 7 d |
Methodology
Method: DNA extraction, nucleic acid purification, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), sequencing
Analytical Volume: 1.0 mL Fluid or 1 Cubic Centimeter Tissue
Limitations:
Reference Range
See individual components.
CPT Codes
87798
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Aspergillus fumigatus DNA detection by PCR |
| Reference Test Number: | ASPDNA |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the UW courier. |