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HelpCatalog ID LCMSP Microsporidia species, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Useful For
Detecting Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon species in fecal and urine specimens to support the clinical diagnosis of microsporidiosis
Reporting Name
Microsporidia PCROrdering Guidance
For specimens other than feces or urine, MTBS / Microsporidia Stain, Varies should be ordered since it will detect other microsporidia not targeted by this assay.
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Unpreserved feces
Supplies:
-Stool container, Small (Random), 4 oz (T288)
-Stool Collection Kit, Random (T635)
Container/Tube: Fecal container
Specimen Volume: 5 g
Specimen Type: Preserved feces
Supplies:
-ECOFIX Stool Transport Vial (Kit) (T219)
-Stool Collection Kit, Random (T635)
Container/Tube: ECOFIX preservative
Specimen Volume: 5 g
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Mid-stream, clean-catch, suprapubic aspirates and catheterization collections are acceptable. Submit in a clean, sterile container free from preservatives. The first portion of the voided urine (first void) is also acceptable.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days | ||
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Urine containing preservatives Prostate secretions and samples Feces in preservatives other than ECOFIX |
Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Specimen Minimum Volume
Feces: 1 g
Urine: 0.5 mL
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday through Friday
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesSpecial Instructions
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Testing Algorithm
The following algorithms are available:
CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LCMSP | Microsporidia PCR | 94332-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MSPS | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 36744 | Encephalitozoon species | 94333-2 |
| 36745 | Enterocytozoon bieneusi | 94334-0 |
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Microbiology Test Request (T244)