Ehrlichia Profile, Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Ehrlichia sp., DNA PCR
Also known as: Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis (Anaplasma phagocytophilum), Human Monocytic Ehrlichiosis (Ehrlichia chaffeensis)
Use
This test is intended to be used as an aid in the diagnosis of both human granulocytic anaplasmosis (HGA), formerly known as human granulocytic ehrlichiosis (HGE), caused by Anaplasma phagocytophilum and human monocytic ehrlichiosis (HME) caused by Ehrlichia chaffeensis. This assay will also detect other Ehrlichia species including E. ewingii and E. muris.
Special Instructions
The test results are released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or reflex tests.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Labcorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 30039-2
- 48866-8
Result Turnaround Time
3-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or yellow-top (ACD) tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate.
Causes for Rejection
Quantity not sufficient for analysis; gross specimen contamination; specimen too old; leaking or broken tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | Unstable |
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