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Alternative Names:

Psittacosis PCR
Chlamydia psittaci PCR
Chlamydia pneumoniae PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

CPP

Registration Instructions:

Needs approval by Microbiologist.

Specimen Types:

Sputum
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Bronchial Washings

Container Types:

Plain 70mL pot

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.2 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Department Head approval required.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Store at Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

External Laboratory:

V.I.D.R.L.

External Transport Instructions:

Send at ambient temperature