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Alternate Names
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Chlamydophila pneumonia DNA, Chlamydophila psittaci DNA, Chlamydia pneumoniae-psitacci NAD, CHPPCR, Legionella longbeachae DNA, Legionella pneumophila DNA, LEGPCR, Mycoplasma pneumonia DNA, MYCPCR, Mycoplasma pneumoniae NAD, Atypical Pneumonia NAD, Legionella NAD |
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Test Code
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ATPPCR |
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Testing Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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70 mL Sterile Container (Yellow Top)
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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:
- Mycoplasma pneumonia DNA
- Chlamydophila pneumonia DNA
- Chlamydophila psittaci DNA
- Legionella longbeachae DNA
- Legionella pneumophila DNA
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Collection Instructions
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For non-respiratory fluids (e.g. pericardial fluid, pleural fluid), samples are referred to VIDRL for testing. Call Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 5694 for approval.
Other specimen types not listed here (e.g. tissue, bone biopsy) require discussion with Medical Microbiologist prior to ordering. |
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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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Daily |
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Min Test Volume
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300uL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability. |
