Body TEST NAME Hepatitis C Ab Total, includes confirmation if required (HCV Quantitative PCR, S58) DEPARTMENT SERO TESTS S24 DESCRIPTION Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) for the qualitative detection of IgG and IgM antibodies to Hepatitis C virus SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Serum, 1.0 ml CONTAINER: Serum Separator Tube (SST), (1 Tiger Top...

Body TEST NAME Hepatitis Screening Panel, includes: Hepatitis B Surface Ag Antibody, S23 Hepatitis B Surface Ag Screen, S22 Hepatitis B Core Total , S21 Hepatitis C Total Ab, S24 (includes confirmation, if required, S58) DEPARTMENT SERO TESTS S29 DESCRIPTION Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) for determination of patient's immune status to...

Body TEST NAME HIV 1 Antigen Nucleic Acid Test, (HIV-1 Qualitative PCR) Per CDC recommendations DEPARTMENT SERO TESTS Performed when required (see S31) DESCRIPTION Automated real-time transcription mediated amplification test SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Serum, 2.5 ml CONTAINER: Serum Separator Tube (SST), (1 Tiger Top, or 1 Gold Top), or 1 Red...

Body TEST NAME HIV 1 Viral Load Aptima DEPARTMENT SERO TESTS S68 DESCRIPTION Automated real-time transcription mediated amplification test SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Plasma, 1.5 ml CONTAINER: Vacutainer PPT tube (perl top, (EDTA) COLLECTION: Aseptically collect 3ml of blood in Lavender Top (EDTA) tube or Plasma Preparation Tube (PPT). Draw approximately 2.5...

Body TEST NAME Influenza PCR DEPARTMENT VIRO TESTS V8 DESCRIPTION CDC Human Influenza Virus Real-Time, RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel (CDC Flu rRT-PCR Dx Panel) OR Hologic Fusion SARS-CoV-2/Flu A/B/RSV. Typing of Influenza A (H3, pdm H1, H5, H7). Negative specimens may be reflexed to Respiratory Pathogen Panel. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: NP Swab...

Body CANS & PSC 35 FAQ 01/01/2025 CANS IRIS Entry Quick Guide (Contract Programs) 6/15/2022 CANS and PSC-35 Administration Workflow 6/9/2020 CANS Dependency Workflow - Dependent First 6/9/2020 CANS Dependency Workflow - Open with MHP First 6/9/2020 CANS Dependency Workflow - Open with WRAP 6/9/2020 Coordination of Care Quick Guide 10/06/2021...

Body TEST NAME Isospora Screen DEPARTMENT PARA TESTS P6 DESCRIPTION Fluorescent microscopy and/or modified acid fast on concentrated formalin specimens. Isospora is a significant pathogen in HIV+ patients. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Preserved stool. 3 collected every other day is strongly recommended. CONTAINER: 2-vial stool kit with 10% formalin and PVA COLLECTION...

Body TEST NAME Legionella Culture DEPARTMENT BACT TESTS B16 DESCRIPTION Screening procedure for the isolation and identification of Legionella utilizing conventional biochemical testing, matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time of resolution (MALDI-TOF), and direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) techniques. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Tissue, lower respiratory secretions CONTAINER: Sterile screw cap container COLLECTION: Tightly...

Body TEST NAME Leptospira Culture DEPARTMENT BACT TESTS B104 DESCRIPTION Screening procedure for isolation and identification of Leptospira utilizing conventional biochemical testing techniques. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Urine, whole blood, CSF. Multiple specimens must be taken at least one day apart. CONTAINER: Sterile screw cap container (urine, CSF). Vacutainer tube with sodium...

Body TEST NAME Malaria/Blood Parasite Screen DEPARTMENT PARA TESTS P7 DESCRIPTION Plasmodium is detected by microscopic exam of Giemsa-stained blood smear. Other blood parasites can be observed as well. SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS SPECIMEN: Blood drawn in an EDTA tube or taken by fingerstick; or prepared/stained thick and thin smears. Slides should be...