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Definitive ID: Francisella tularensis
Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure #: BTA0008
CPT: 87077
| Synonym(s): | Francisella tularensis, francisella or Rabbit fever PCR |
| Requisition Form | G-27A |
| Test Description | Culture identification for Francisella tularensis |
| Pre-Approval Needed | Must notify BioThreat Team prior to sample submission: (512) 689-5537 |
| Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
| Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
| Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Human |
| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing | Pure culture isolate, blood, aspirate, tissue, autopsy |
| Minimum Volume/Size Required | Culture isolates 1 plate or slant, 1 ml for fluids |
| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping | Culture isolates ambient, clinical samples 2-8° (cold), keep tissue moist |
| Transport Medium | N/A |
| Specimen Labeling |
• At least 2 patient specific identifiers: First and last name as one identifier and a DOB or a unique patient specific identifier (e.g. Medical record number). • Specimen identification must match submission form. |
| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements |
• Ship according to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49. • Handled as infectious agent using universal precautions. • Triple contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious agents. • See also Emergency Preparedness resources online. • Notify BioThreat Team prior to sample submission: (512) 689-5537 |
| Method | PCR |
| Turn-around Time | Preliminary result 1 day after receipt, final result 1-21 days |
| Interferences/Limitations | Material must be viable. Improper storage or shipping temperatures may limit organism recovery. |
| Causes for Rejection | Insufficient quantity, unacceptable specimen type or source, improper shipping conditions, expired media or collection container, discrepancies between specimen label and submission form, and/or incomplete or missing submission form |
| Additional Information | Will be paired with PCR: Francisella tularensis |