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HelpTest Code LABCAURISPCR Candida Auris Screen by PCR
Synonym
- CAAUPCR
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: eSwab
Acceptable Container/Tube: eSwab
Specimen Source: Axilla, groin
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 7 days
Reference Values
Not Detected
Interpretation
This test was performed using a real-time PCR assay.
Method Description
Real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)
Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by The Clinical Microbiology Laboratory at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 days
Reporting Name
Candida auris Screen by PCR
CPT Code Information
87481
LOINC Code Information
97936-9