Acanthamoeba PCR
| Synonyms: | Amoebiasis, Parasitology |
| Computer Code: | (CMISC) |
| Specimen Collection: | Corneal scrapings collected with spatula/plastic shaft swab bedside. Swish collection device in 1ml normal saline. Remove swab or spatula and refridge at 4ºC |
| Minimum Volume: | |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Transport on Wet Ice |
| Reference Values: | |
| Lab Code: | Send Out |
| Requisition: | SPEC M MOL DIAG |
| Test Frequency: | 3 days |
| Routine TAT: | |
| Stat TAT: | |
| CPT Code(s): | 87798 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |