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Lyme Disease (Borelia spp) DNA, Qualitative, RT-PCR, Synovial Fluid/CSF (15564)
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Specimen Type
Body Fluid
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB4254
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL Synovial fluid or CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL Synovial fluid or CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Synovial fluid or CSF
Processing Instructions
Indicate source of specimen in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
CPT Codes
87801
Revised
09-27-22