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Test Code LABCYCLOCAYPCR Cyclospora cayetanensis PCR

Clinical Information

Detection of Cyclospora cayetanensis.

Synonym

  • CPCR

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Stool Kit Orange Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Stool Kit Orange Container, Stool Kit White Container, Sterile Container
Specimen Source: Stool
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days

Reference Values

Non-Reactive

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. This 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 UH

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

3 days

Reporting Name

Cyclospora Cayetanensis

CPT Code Information

87798

LOINC Code Information

97321-4