Specimen:

Perirectal Swab

Collection Medium:

Testing
Schedule:

Batch analysis performed once each day, Monday through Friday. Sample 
must be received by 0930 for same day service; specimens received on 
weekends and holidays will be held until next scheduled run.

Comments:

Batch analysis performed once each day, Monday through Friday. Sample 
must be received by 0930 for same day service; specimens received on 
weekends and holidays will be held until next scheduled run.

Test
Limitations:

This test is performed on stool or perirectal swabs only.

Methodology:

Real Time PCR detection of the vanA and vanB resistance genes of 
vancomycin resistant enterococci.

Sample
Processing:

Maintain sterility and forward promptly to lab.

Sample
Storage:

Refrigerate.

Transport
Instructions:

Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Use refrigerated coolant packs.
Recommend express mail or equivalent if not on courier service.

CPT Code:

87798