Pneumocystis jirovecii by PCR

Specimen:

Test Code

PJPCR

Specimen Name

Pneumocystis jirovecii by PCR

Collect

Sterile Container - Respiratory specimen: Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), bronchial wash, or sputum.

Submit

2 mLs

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

CRITICAL FROZEN 30 days

Methodology

Performed

Performed Monday/Wednesday/Friday - Reported 1-5 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 87594

Components

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