Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD84322Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Chlamydophila pneumoniae, DNA, Qualitative, Real‑Time PCR
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test is used to determine the presence of Chlamydophila pneumoniae in a patient's specimen. Organisms may be detected by PCR prior to detection by immunological methods. PCR provides more rapid results than other methods, including culture.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
Chlamydophila pneumoniae
MicroorganismPresence/Absence • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Nasopharyngeal Swab
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Throat or nasopharyngeal swab in 3 mL M4 or V‑C‑M/UTM; use only sterile Dacron or rayon swabs; do not use calcium alginate swabs.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Causes for Rejection
Specimen containing heparin; specimen with calcium alginate swabs
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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