Candida auris Qualitative PCR
General Information
- Lab Name
- Candida auris Qualitative PCR
- Lab Code
- CAQLT
- Epic Name
- Candida auris Qualitative PCR
- Description
The detection of Candida auris colonization by real-time PCR amplification. The assay has been optimized using the CDC published primer and probes sequences for the C. auris ITS2 gene. The lower limit of detection, LoD (the minimum CFU level that gives a positive result in 95% of replicates), confirmed at 30 CFU/mL.
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by the University of Washington Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.- Synonyms
- auris, Candida, Candida auris
- Components
Interpretation
- Guidelines
- Method
Real Time PCR
- Reference Range
- See individual components
Ordering & Collection
- Specimen Type
- ESwab
- Collection
-
Acceptable Specimens: Collect sample from axilla, groin or axilla/groin composite.
Unacceptable Specimens:
- UTM, VTM or dry swabs will be rejected
- Nares and other sources are currently not validated
- Handling Instructions
Transport ESwab to the lab at room temperature within 24 hours of collection.
If transport will be delayed transport ESwab at 2 to 8°C within 72 hours of collection.
- Quantity
-
Requested: 1 E Swab
Minimum: 1 E Swab
Processing
- Receiving Instructions
Transport and store the tube at 2 to 25°C for up to 24 hours. Send to UW Virology Central Lab (Renton) via courier.
• Stability: Stable for 72 hours at 2 to 8°C.
- Misc Sendout
Performance
- Lab Department
- Central Lab Virology(RVIR)
- Frequency
- Testing will be performed daily with same day results.
- Available STAT?
- No
- Performing Location(s)
-
CL Virology, Renton
206-685-66561602 Raymond Ave SW
Renton, WA 98057-3356
206-685-6656 opt 4
Billing & Coding
- CPT Codes
- 87481
- LOINC
- 97936-9
- Interfaced Order Code
- UOW5343