Rickettsial PCR (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Rickettsial PCR (Blood)

Alternate Names	Rickettsia NAD
Test Code	RICKP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	Please collect 1 x DEDICATED EDTA tube. This test can share a tube with Q fever PCR, if also requested.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	4mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability.

Container ID	EWL, EW, S, SP
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in Room Temperature Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Requests for Rickettsial PCR should be referred to the Microbiology Registrar for approval, prior to sending out.
External Laboratory	Australian Rickettsial Reference Laboratory
Accredited Test	Yes

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