AFB ID by Sequence Analysis
General Information
Lab Name
AFB ID by Sequence Analysis
Lab Code
ASEQID
Epic Name
(not orderable in Epic)
Description
Culture that is identified as Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), MTB complex, or M. bovis will have susceptibilities reflexively ordered for an additional charge. Blood bottles and trek broth must have organisms visible by stain to be acceptable for sequence analysis.
More information regarding submission of samples can be obtained viewing individual test pages below.
Molecular Microbiology Order Form
Molecular Microbiology Specimen Submission: Additional information regarding specimen submission.
Molecular Microbiology Acceptable Specimens: Full list of acceptable specimens.
Synonyms
Acid fast bacilli PCR, acid fast bacteria, acid-fast bacteria, AFB identification, AFB PCR, AFB PCR from pure culture, AFB sequencing, bacteria 16S, Mycobacteria PCR, Mycobacterial sequencing, Mycobacterial identification of isolated colonies, Mycobacterium identification
Components
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| ASQID | AFB Sequence: Identification |
| ASQSI | AFB Sequence: Specimen Description |
| ASQSR | AFB Sequence: Special Requests |
| ASQSC | AFB Sequence: Specimen Comments |
| ASQREV | AFB Sequence: Pathologist Review |
| ASQME | AFB Sequence: Method Note |
Interpretation
Method
DNA extraction, nucleic acid purification, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), sequencing
Reference Range
See individual componentsGuidelines
Ordering & Collection
Specimen Type
Collection
Handling Instructions
Send pure culture with growth (plate, slant or positive blood culture bottle) at room or refrigerated temperature. Follow approved regulations for transporting infectious substances. A mixed culture will be subject to an additional charge.
Quantity
requested: Plate, slant or bottle
Processing
Performance
LIS Dept Code
Micro Molecular Diag (MMD)
Performing Location(s)
| CL |
Molecular Microbiology
206-598-5735 Shipping Address Attn: Molecular Microbiology Performing Lab Address UW Medicine Central Laboratory |
We receive specimens 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Please e-mail us with any questions or comments you have, so that we can provide you with the best possible service. Our e-mail is monitored in real time, and your inquiry will be answered as soon as possible. e-mail: molmicdx@uw.edu For urgent inquiries, billing inquiries, or requests for faxed reports, please contact our Client Services Department at (206) 598-5735 or (800) 713-5198. |
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Frequency
2-4 business days after receipt of specimen
Available STAT?
No