VanA/VanB Detection by PCR (rule out VRE)
| Order Code: | C VREPCR |
| Order Form: | Microbiology/Molecular Pathology Infectious Disease Requisition |
Specimen:
Perirectal Swab
Collection Medium:
) |
| Aerobic Culturette |
Testing
Schedule:
Batch analysis performed once each day, Monday through Friday. Sample
must be received by 0930 for same day service; specimens received on
weekends and holidays will be held until next scheduled run.
Comments:
Batch analysis performed once each day, Monday through Friday. Sample
must be received by 0930 for same day service; specimens received on
weekends and holidays will be held until next scheduled run.
Test
Limitations:
This test is performed on stool or perirectal swabs only.
Methodology:
Real Time PCR detection of the vanA and vanB resistance genes of
vancomycin resistant enterococci.
Sample
Processing:
Maintain sterility and forward promptly to lab.
Sample
Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport
Instructions:
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Use refrigerated coolant packs.
Recommend express mail or equivalent if not on courier service.
Use refrigerated coolant packs.
Recommend express mail or equivalent if not on courier service.
CPT Code:
87500