Test Overview
Test Methodology

PCR

Test Usage

Rapid detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA from respiratory specimens for the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis
Presumptive detection of rifampin resistance based on the presence of resistance-associated mutations

Reference Range *

Negative

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Sunday
Soft Order Code
MTBXS
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Sendout
    Reference Laboratory
    Mayo MTBXS
    Section
    Special Testing
    Specimen Requirements
    Collection Instructions

    Specimen must arrive within 7 days of collection; if received greater than 7 days from collection, the specimen will be rejected.

    Normal Volume
    3 mL sputum
    Minimum Volume
    1.5 mL sputum
    Storage Temperature
    Refrigerated
    Rejection Criteria
    If insufficient volume is submitted, testing will be canceled
    Additional Information

    Test performed by Mayo Clinic Laboratories

    Billing
    CPT Code
    87564
    NY State Approved
    No