Aliases
C. auris
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Test Name
Candida auris PCR
Test Code
CAPCRPF
Methodology
Real-time PCR
Overview/Supplementary
This test detects the gene sequence rDNA ITS2 from C. auris directly from patient specimens.
C. auris testing is used as an aid in infection control in the detection of C. auris that colonizes patients in health care settings and is not intended to guide or monitor treatment of infection.
Turn Around Time
2-5 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimens: Skin swab (optimal axilla and groin composite) collected with an Eswab
Special Considerations
If submitting specimens for a point prevalence survey, notify MDH-PHL via email arlnmn@state.mn.us.
Fill out ARLAB Central Region Clinical Testing and Submission form https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/idlab/arln.html.
Transport/Stability
Store and ship at ambient (8°C to 25°C) or refrigeration (2°C to 8°C) temperature.
Interface/Codes
LOINC: 87620-1
Test Resource ID
878