Last updated on 27-11-2024 by Amber Van Laer
Test description
Real-time PCR
Purpose of the test
Confirmation of the diagnosis of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia
Criteria for performing this test in the context of reference activities
Undetermined immunofluorescence or PCR result
Instructions for samples
- Bronchial or endotracheal aspirate or bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)
- Storage at 2-8°C
Instructions for transport
Transport at room temperature if less than 2 days, otherwise refrigerated transport
Unacceptable applications
Application form not fully completed, criteria not met
Turn around time (and frequency of analysis)
3 working days
Reporting of test results
Email and/or fax as designated by customer
Funding
Reference centre activity
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Accreditation
Is the analysis accredited?
Materials and methods
Material(s):
Method reference:
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Turnaround time and time slots
Turnaround time:
3 days
Request forms
URL to form(s):
Analysis categories
Medical