Candida auris Surveillance, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR, Axilla/Groin, Nares
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Clinical significance
Test resources
Details
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Assay category
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Alternative name(s)
C auris,C. auris
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | 1 composite groin/axilla swab collected in liquid Amies elution swab (ESwab™) |
| Alternative specimen(s) | 1 composite nasal swab in liquid Amies elution swab ESwab |
| Minimum volume | 1 Eswab |
| Collection instructions | Swab both the left and right axilla (armpit) skin surface targeting the crease in the skin where the arm meets the the body approximately 3-5 times. With the same swab used on the axilla, swab the left and right groin skin surface, targeting the skin where the thigh meets the trunk approximately 3-5 times. |
| Transport container | Liquid Amies elution swab ESwab |
| Transport temperature | Refrigerated (cold packs) |
| Specimen stability | Room temperature: Unacceptable Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: 30 days |
| Reject criteria | No swab present • Swab without media • Gel Amies collection tube • Blood samples • Urine samples |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
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