Methodology
mNGS
Synonyms
Metagenomic Next-Generation Sequencing; Deep sequencing
Specimen Type
CSF or Plasma
Performing Lab
UCSF Outreach
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday
Standard TAT
1-2 Weeks
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
2-4 mL Blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=6 Hours; Refrigerated=6 Days; Frozen=1 Month (Preferred)
Rejection Criteria
Grossly hemolyzed
Test Volume Required
2 mL CSF or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL CSF or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Complete a UCSF Outreach requisition and submit with specimen frozen Monday-Thursday only, no weekends or holidays. Separate plasma within 6 hours of collection and freeze immediately.
Comments
No insurance authorization or MJ needed. Ok to send on Outpatients and Inpatients.
CPT Codes
81479
Revised
01-03-21
Initials
SL