Aliases
Meningitis, N. meningitidis
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Test Name
Neisseria meningitidis PCR - Specimen
Test Code
NMENPCRS
Methodology
Real-time PCR
Overview/Supplementary
This test detects Neisseria meningitidis in specimens. If N. meningitidis is detected, serotyping is performed for serotypes A, B, C, W135, X, and Y.
Turn Around Time
2-5 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimens: Cerebrospinal fluid/CSF (preferred), EDTA whole blood.
Preferred volume: 200 µL
Special Considerations
This organism is reportable and submission of clinical materials is required by the MN Reportable Disease Rule 4605.7000 - 4605.7900 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/reportable/rule/index.html).
Transport/Stability
Store and ship at refrigeration (2°C to 8°C) or frozen (≤0°C) temperature within 7 days of collection.
Interface/Codes
PLT: 2406
Test Resource ID
922