Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex PCR |
Alternate names: | AFB PCR, Mycobacterium tuberculosis NAD |
Laboratory: | Referred Test |
Test Code: | MYCPCR |
Specimen types: | Sputum
Fluid
Bronchial Washings
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Swab |
Container types: | Sterile Jar
CSF
Swab - white top, plain swab, plastic shaft |  |
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Collection Instructions: | 2-8 deg required if transport delayed > 30 mins
Requires Infectious Diseases authorisation.
Specimens required: Respiratory specimens, biopsies, whole CSF (> 1 mL), other fluids.
Paraffin embedded tissue sections (at least 6-8 sections, each 10-20 mm thick) |
Frequency: | As required |
Result Turnaround Time: | 3-4 days |
Laboratory Use Only |
