| Method |
Detection of C. auris genomic material by qPCR |
| CPT Code |
n/a |
| Preferred Specimen |
Axilla/Groin swab |
| Other Acceptable Specimens |
None |
| Specimen Container |
Screw-cap polypropylene Amies buffer tube. |
| Specimen Identification |
Label tube with patient's first and last name, DOB and date/time of collection. |
| Special Instructions |
Include requisition form in the exterior pouch of the sample transport bag separated from the specimen. |
| Shipping Requirements |
Store and transport refrigerated at 2-8° C within 3 days. |
| Sample Rejection Criteria |
- Mislabeled/Unlabeled specimen
- Requisition not present with specimen
- Specimen quantity not sufficient (QNS)
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| Turn-around-time |
24-48 hours |