16s rDNA Broad Range Bacterial PCR-12804
Test info
16 s
16-s
16s sequencying
16s RDNA sequencing
AFB sequencing
Bacterial sequencing
Broad spectrum bacterial PCR
FNA
Syphilis PCR
Treponema PCR
NextGen Sequencing
Next Generation Sequencing
Specimen
Sterile vial/container
Senstivity is decreased with lower volumes of tissue or fluid
Preferred - Fluid or tissue for broad range bacterial DNA testing should be put in a sterile container by the provider at the time of the procedure. This ensures that the specimen won’t be opened until it reaches the testing laboratory and prevents the opportunity for contamination.
Acceptable - OK to add on to an open container. Order must be placed within 7 days of collection. Freeze immediately upon receipt of 16s order.
28s, 26s, or 23s (broad range fungal PCR) may be ordered on this same specimen, and will be performed at an additional charge. Order as an MSO.
Contact the laboratory medical director through Client Services if there are questions.
Sterile vial/container
There is no minimum volume, however, sensitivity is decreased with lower volumes
For all sites other than Phillips Eye:
For Phillips Eye (PEA) only:
- U of Washington request form
- The following items are required:
- Patient name
- Patient DOB
- Ordering physician
- Ordering physician phone number
- Specimen source
- Date and time collected
- ICD/Diagnosis
- The following items are required:
Frozen (preferred) - 21 days
Refrigerated - 7 days
Ambient (room temp) - 2 hours
- Diluted fluid sample, including eye/vitreous
- Specimens collected on swabs
Performance
PCR Sequencing
Clinical and Interpretive info
No bacterial 16S rDNA detected
Billing
87798 will be added if results are positive