Organism Identification, Unspecified Group, by Sequence Analysis
Use
If MALDI-TOF based identification has not been performed, test code 183402 should be ordered.
Special Instructions
The test requires an assessment to determine the type of organism and may initiate a cascade reflex to the proper sequence primers. If additional reflex testing is performed, it may incur extra charges or CPT codes. The submitting laboratory must provide LabCorp with clinical and testing information regarding procedures already performed to expedite testing.
Limitations
The test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by LabCorp and has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. It may require additional time for confirmatory or reflex tests, and testing schedules can vary.
Methodology
NGS (Targeted)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 41852-5
Result Turnaround Time
14-30 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Pure culture isolate (visible colonies should be present).
Minimum Volume
Viable colonies macroscopically visible.
Container
Bacterial swab transport inoculated with the isolate from a pure culture or agar slant in screw-cap container packed as an etiologic agent.
Storage Instructions
Maintain media at room temperature. Ensure that plated media has been securely sealed with parafilm.
Causes for Rejection
Isolate nonviable; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label; broken tube or plate; mixed culture