Microbiolgy
Naegleria fowleri (Identification and Culture) See also primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)
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Test Includes: Culture, microscopic examination
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Reporting
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Results Available: 3-10 days
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Contact #s: (512) 458-7560
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Reference
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Method: culture, microscopic examination
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Turnaround Time: 3-10 days
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Reference Range: No parasites found
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Limitations: organism must be viable
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Interpretation: No parasites found indicates that there were no visible parasites or viable parasites consistent with Naegleria detected in the specimen.
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Specimen Requirements
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Specimen Collection: CSF, tissue
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Sample Type: CSF, tissue, corneal scrapings
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Volume/Amount Required: 1-2 ml CSF, small piece of tissue
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Preferred Specimen: CSF, tissue, corneal scrapings
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Collection/Preservation: Obtain the tissue or corneal scrapings aseptically. CSF is collected by spinal tap. Keep specimens at ambient temperature.
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Storage Instructions: Ambient temperature, never frozen. May be maintained at 4° C for < 24 hours.
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Causes for Rejection: Insufficient specimen; frozen tissue.
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Sample Container: sterile, leak-proof container
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Sample Test Kit:
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Availability: Monday-Friday
With prior notification: Saturday.
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Diagnostic Information: See primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)
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Specimen Submission
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Required Request Form: G-2B
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Specimen Handling: Handle body fluids using universal precautions.
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Transport Temperature: Ambient temperature
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Shipping Requirements: Shipping Requirements: Triple contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for diagnostic specimens.
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Billing
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CPT Code: 87177
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Fees:
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Microbiolgy
Nosocomial Infections
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| Diagnostic Information: Molecular epidemiology techniques available for hospital and similar institutional outbreaks. Contact Laboratory for collection and shipping instructions. Environmental specimens from infection control programs are not accepted. |
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