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HelpTest ID URPRP Ureaplasma species, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma
Secondary ID
65135Useful For
Rapid, sensitive, and specific identification of Ureaplasma urealyticum and Ureaplasma parvum from plasma
This test is not intended for medicolegal use.
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
The high sensitivity of amplification by polymerase chain reaction requires the specimen to be processed in an environment in which contamination of the specimen by Ureaplasma DNA is unlikely.
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Royal blue top (EDTA), pink top (EDTA), or sterile vial containing EDTA-derived aliquot
Submission Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87798 x 2
87999 (if appropriate for government payers)