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HelpTest Code CBBRP Coxiella burnetii (Q fever), Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Ordering Guidance
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 Coxiella burnetii 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 whole blood specimen in original tube (preferred).
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Coxiella burnetii infection (eg, Q fever)
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reporting Name
Coxiella burnetii (Q fever) PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CBBRP | Coxiella burnetii (Q fever) PCR, B | 90443-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 35191 | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 35192 | Coxiella burnetii PCR | 90443-3 |