Babesia microti DNA Real-Time PCR
Also known as Babesiosis
What it measures
- Babesia Microti DNA, Real Time PCRLOINC 21089-8
Specimen
- Specimen
- 0.7 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or 1 tick (in 70% ethanol) submitted in a sterile, leak-proof container
- Minimum volume
- 0.5 mL
- Temperature
- Refrigerated (cold packs)
Turnaround
Set up: Mon, Wed, Fri; Report available: 3-7 days
Billing
CPT 87469