Test Code MTBPZ Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex, Pyrazinamide Resistance by pncA DNA Sequencing, Varies

Performing Laboratory

Specimen Type
VariesShipping Instructions
1. See Infectious Specimen Shipping Guidelines.
2. Place specimen in a large infectious container (T146) and label as an etiologic agent/infectious substance.
Necessary Information
Specimen source and suspected organism identification are required.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Organism
Supplies: Infectious Container, Large (T146)
Container/Tube: Middlebrook 7H10 agar slant
Specimen Volume: Isolate
Collection Instructions: Organism must be in pure culture, actively growing.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Varies | Ambient (preferred) | |
Refrigerated |
Reference Values
Pyrazinamide resistance not detected
Day(s) Performed
Varies
CPT Code Information
87153-Mtb PZA Confirmation, pncA Sequence
Report Available
7 to 21 daysSpecimen Retention Time
1 yearReject Due To
Agar plate | Reject |
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
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MTBVP | Mtb PZA Confirmation, pnc A Sequence | No, (Bill Only) | No |