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Additional Codes
Toxopl PCR
Synonyms
Coccidia, Toxoplasmosis PCR, T gondii PCR, T. gondii PCR
Description
Confirm toxoplasmosis infection in immunocompromised hosts as well as fetuses and newborns. May be used to confirm equivocal antibody testing.
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Lavender, Lavender Microtainer, Gold, Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Heparinized specimens
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Plasma: -20 C
Storage Location: CPA -20 Freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Spin down and freeze plasma or serum. Transport frozen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma/Serum | Room temp | 8 h |
| Refrigerated | 5 d | |
| Frozen | 90 d |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
| N | Tue, Fri | 2-6 d |
Performing Laboratory
ARUP Laboratories
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1221
Phone Number: (800) 522-2787
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone: (206) 987-2563
Methodology
Method: Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL plasma/serum
Limitations:
CPT Codes
87798
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Toxoplasma gondii by PCR |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | 0055591 |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the ARUP courier. |