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HelpTest ID NBLD0618 Microsporidia species, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Useful For
Detecting Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon species in fecal and urine specimens to support the clinical diagnosis of microsporidiosis
Testing Algorithm
The following algorithms are available:
Special Instructions
Reporting Name
Microsporidia PCRSpecimen Type
VariesOrdering Guidance
For specimens other than feces or urine, MTBS / Microsporidia Stain, Varies should be ordered since it will detect other microsporidia not targeted by this assay.
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Unpreserved feces
Supplies:
-Stool container, Small (Random), 4 oz (T288)
-Stool Collection Kit, Random (T635)
Container/Tube: Fecal container
Specimen Volume: 5 g
Specimen Type: Preserved feces
Supplies:
-ECOFIX Stool Transport Vial (Kit) (T219)
-Stool Collection Kit, Random (T635)
Container/Tube: ECOFIX preservative
Specimen Volume: 5 g
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Mid-stream, clean-catch, suprapubic aspirates and catheterization collections are acceptable. Submit in a clean, sterile container free from preservatives. The first portion of the voided urine (first void) is also acceptable.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Feces: 1 g
Urine: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days | ||
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Urine containing preservatives Prostate secretions and samples Feces in preservatives other than ECOFIX |
Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87798
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Microbiology Test Request (T244)
Secondary ID
63097SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 25110 | Specimen Source |
| 25111 | Encephalitozoon Species |
| 25112 | Enterocytozoon Bieneusi |