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HelpTest ID KKBRP Kingella kingae, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Specimen 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 Kingella kingae DNA is unlikely.
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Royal blue top (EDTA), pink top (EDTA), or sterile vial containing EDTA-derived aliquot
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Send specimen in original tube (preferred).
Reporting Name
Kingella kingae PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Report Available
2 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| KKBRP | Kingella kingae PCR, B | 65809-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 48451 | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 48338 | Kingella kingae PCR, B | 65809-6 |
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Kingella kingae infection using whole blood specimens
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
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.CPT Code Information
87798
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Values
Not applicable