MALARIA PCR
Malaria Detection by PCR
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3479
Synonyms:
Plasmodium by PCR
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube or yellow top (ACD) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Frozen - unstable
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Specimens that are frozen, are collected in tubes other than EDTA or ACD, have gross specimen contamination, are improperly stored or transported, are too old, or have a leaking or broken tube will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
87798 - Plasmodium PCR (EAP 30021194)
Method:
Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Notes:
This test is intended to be used as an aid in identifying species to human pathogenic Plasmodium species (P. falciparum, P. knowlesi, P. malariae, P. ovale, and P. vivax).