Lyme disease PCR |
| Alternative Names: | Borrelia PCR |
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| Laboratory: | Microbiology |
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| Test Code: | LYMEPCR |
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| Specimen Types: | Blood
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Swab |
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| Container Types: | EDTA 10 mL
CSF Tube 3
Plain 70mL pot | |
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| Adults Volume or Mass: | 4 mL |
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| Collection & Request Instructions: | A separate container is required for this test.
Department head authorisation required.
At least 0.5 mL CSF required. |
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| Processing Instructions: | CSF - store at 4oC
EDTA blood - store at room temperature. |
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| Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories: | Room Temperature |
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| Assay Frequency: | Weekly |
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| External Laboratory: | Australian Rickettsial Reference Laboratory |
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| External Transport Instructions: | MUST have approval from Medical Microbiologist before sending.
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