Test Code: PCPNAA Preferred Name Pneumocystis PCR (bronchial samples,induced sputa
Partial
N/A
Mon Wed Fri
48-72hrs
Medicare Item
N/A
Test Tubes
| Image | Specimen Type | Specimen Volume | Tube Type |
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BAL | 500 | Sputum trap |
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Bronchial lavage or washings | 500 | Sputum trap |
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Bronchial brushings | 500 | Urine 70 mL sterile container (yellow top) |
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Induced sputum | 500 | Urine 70 mL sterile container (yellow top) |
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Induced sputum (nebulised saline) | 500 | Urine 70 mL sterile container (yellow top) |
COLLECTION NOTES
Appropriate specimens:
BAL, Induced sputum, Bronchial samples.
All other sample types- please refer to Microbiology (MMS) for decision on testing.
Invalid specimens:
Expectorated sputum
