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TB PCR on Paraffin Sections (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:Mycobacterium Tuberculosis PCR - Paraffin Section
Laboratory:Anatomical Pathology
Test Code:MTB
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Specimen Types:Tissue
Container Types:
Paraffin Section
Sterile Container
Sterile Container
Collection & Request Instructions:

Contamination free sectioning (use gloves and DNA zap) is required.

Collect sections into a clean PCR tube.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:By Arrangement

USEFUL LINKS

 

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples