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HelpTest Code EPCRB Ehrlichia/Anaplasma, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Useful For
Evaluating patients suspected of acute anaplasmosis or ehrlichiosis
This test should not be used for screening asymptomatic individuals.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Reporting Name
Ehrlichia/Anaplasma, PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysTest 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
87468
87484
87798 x 2
87999 ( if appropriate for government payers)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| EPCRB | Ehrlichia/Anaplasma, PCR, B | 87548-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 618323 | Anaplasma phagocytophilum | 87558-3 |
| 618324 | Ehrlichia chaffeensis | 87559-1 |
| 618325 | Ehrlichia ewingii/canis | 87560-9 |
| 618326 | Ehrlichia muris eauclairensis | 87561-7 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.