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HelpTest Code BRBST Tickborne Bacterial, PCR and Sequencing, Blood
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Royal blue top (EDTA), pink top (EDTA), or sterile vial containing EDTA-derived aliquot
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: If not submitting in original vial, mix well before transferring to a sterile vial.
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPID2 | Specimen Identification by PCR | No, (Bill Only) | No |
Specimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
No tickborne bacterial DNA detected
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
14 to 28 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87801-Broad Range Bacterial PCR and Sequencing
87798-Specimen Identification by PCR (if appropriate)