Definitive ID: Burkholderia mallei/pseudomallei
Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure #: BTA0002
CPT: 87040, 87070, 87077
Synonym(s): | Melioidosis or Burkholderia pseudomallei, Glanders or Burkholderia mallei |
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Requisition Form | G-27A |
Test Description | Culture identification of Burkholderia mallei/pseudomallei |
Pre-Approval Needed | Must notify BioThreat Team prior to sample submission: (512) 689-5537 |
Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
Performed on Specimens from (sources) |
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Sample/Specimen Type for Testing |
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Minimum Volume/Size Required |
Culture isolates 1 plate or slant Clinical samples 1-2 mLs |
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping |
Culture isolates or wound swabs
Clinical samples
Environmental
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Transport Medium | N/A |
Specimen Labeling |
Human
Environmental or Food
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Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements |
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Method | Conventional biochemical methods |
Turn-around Time | Preliminary result 1 day after receipt, final result 4-21 days |
Interferences/Limitations |
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Common Causes for Rejection |
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Additional Information | May be paired with Real-Time PCR: Burkholderia mallei/ pseudomallei |