Brucella PCR (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Brucella PCR (Blood)

Alternate Names	-
Test Code	MISCSO
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	Prior to ordering, please contact the Medical Microbiologist (03 9496 5964) or phone the Microbiology Department (03 9496 5295).
Collection Instructions	Please collect 1 x DEDICATED 9mL EDTA tube.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	EWP, EW, CR
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in 4°C Sendout tub
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Institute of Clinical Pathology & Medical Research, Westmead Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)