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Alternate Names
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TB PCR, Mycobacterium tuberculosis NAD |
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Test Code
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MTBP |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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See collection instructions
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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This test detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA on non-respiratory samples. |
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Collection Instructions
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One of the following specimen types may be collected:
- Aspirate - Sterile Container
- Tissue - Sterile Container
- Urine - Sterile Container
- Fluid - Sterile Container
- Swab - Prefer swabs in viral transport media (VTM), otherwise viral swabs, dry swabs or E swabs (white top) are acceptable.
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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As Required |
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Min Test Volume
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None |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
