Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex TB PCRPLUS Rifampicin resistance gene detection
Category | Microbiology >> Microbiology |
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Test background | |
Clinical Indications |
This test is only performed with prior agreement with a Consultant Microbiologist. |
Sample & container required | CSF and/or respiratory samples. Sterile universal container |
Sample volume | ≥1 mL (min. 2mls for BAL samples) |
Transport storage | Transport to the laboratory on the day of collection or refrigerate overnight |
Turnaround time | 4 days |
Notes | Samples may be referred to the Mycobacteria Reference Unit, Public Health England, for further investigation. The laboratory is not currently accredited for this test due to a change in platform. The laboratory will not be UKAS accredited for this test at any time for sample types CSF and tissue. See here for further information |