MTB PCR

MTB/RIF PCR (Sputum Only)

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB4017

Synonyms:
TB
Mycobacterium tuberculosis PCR
TB (Direct from Specimen PCR Testing)
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Specimen Type:

Sputum, preferably early AM collection in clean leak-proof container.  Minimum volume is 1 mL.  Multiple specimens are not required.  Specimens containing visible food particles are not acceptable for testing.

Store and Transport:
≤ 35 °C for no more than 72 hours, refrigerated at 2 - 8 °C for up to 7 days. Unrefrigerated specimens older than 3 days, or refrigerated specimens older than 7 days, are not acceptable for testing.
CPT Codes:

87556 - Mycobacterium Tuberculosis by PCR (EAP 30665530)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Method:
DNA probe test
Reference Ranges:

No MTB detected.

MTB detected, Rifampin resistance not detected.

MTB detected, Rifampin resistance detected.

Notes:

An AFB culture must be ordered in addition to the MTB PCR test.

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