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Test Code LAB0234829 Enteric Pathogens Panel, PCR, Stool

Methodology

Multiplexed PCR

 

Note:  The Enteric Pathogens Panel replaces the traditional stool culture.

 

The Enteric Pathogens Panel detects the following targets:

Campylobacter Group

Salmonella Species

Shigella Species

Vibrio Group

Yersinia enterocolitica

Norovirus

Rotavirus A

E. coli shiga-like toxin 1 and 2  (Enterohemorrhagic E. Coli that can cause Hemolytic Syndrome)

Performing Laboratory

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Specimen Type: Fresh, random stool

Container/Tube: Sterile container

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions:

1. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), medical record number, date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.
2.Raw stool must arrive in lab within 4 hours. If there will be more than a 4 hour delay, specimen should be transferred to Cary-Blair transport media.

 

Specimens in Cary-Blair  must arrive within < 48 hours of collection.

 

Specimen Type: Preserved stool

Container/Tube: Para-Pak C & S vials

Specimen Volume: To fill line

Collection Instructions:

1. Use attached spoon from kit to obtain specimen from different areas of stool, especially where blood and/or mucus is observed.
2. Add enough specimen to bring fluid to fill line on Para-Pak C & S vials.
3. Cap and mix vigorously.
4. Label vials with patient’s name (first and last), medical record number, date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

 

 

 

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (2-8 0 C)

 

Reference Values

Not Detected

 

Critical values (automatic call-back): all positives for shiga toxin (EHEC)

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday  (0600 to 1400)

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87506