MSPOR PCR
MICROSPORIDIA PCR
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3759
Synonyms:
LCMSP
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Required Patient Info:
Specimen source is required.
Container Type:
Sterile container or ECOFIX for stool
Specimen Type:
Stool or Urine
Preferred Volume:
5 g stool/ 5 mL Urine
Minimum Volume:
1 g stool/ 0.5 mL Urine
Collection Procedure:
Urine: Mid-stream, clean-catch, suprapubic aspirates and catheterization collections are acceptable. Submit in a clean, sterile container free from preservatives. The first portion of the voided urine (first void) is also acceptable.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Refrigerated - 7 days
Room temperature - 7 days
Frozen - 7 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Urine Containing preservatives: Reject
Prostate secretions: Reject
feces in preservatives other than ECOFIX: Reject
CPT Codes:
87798- Microsporidia PCR (EAP: 30633910)
Test Schedule:
Tuesday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
3-5 days
Method:
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization