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HelpTest Code LAB1231737 Bartonella, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Bartonella PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTAOrdering Guidance
If this test result is negative and there is a strong suspicion of disease caused by these organisms, consider BART / Bartonella Antibody Panel, IgG and IgM, Serum and Warthin-Starry tissue stain (PATHC / Pathology Consultation) testing.
Specimen Required
The high sensitivity of amplification by polymerase chain reaction requires the specimen to be processed in an environment in which contamination of the specimen by Bartonella species DNA is unlikely.
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Royal blue top (EDTA), pink top (EDTA), or sterile vial containing EDTA-derived aliquot
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Send specimen in original tube (preferred).
Reject Due To
| All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days | ||
| Frozen | 7 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Specimen Retention Time
1 weekReport Available
2 to 7 daysReference Values
Not applicable
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Bartonella infection when Bartonella DNA would be expected to be present in blood, especially endocarditis
CPT Code Information
87801
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BARTB | Bartonella PCR, B | 16275-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SRC98 | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 56056 | Bartonella PCR | 16275-0 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.