- Test Method
- Real-time PCR
- Specimen Required
- Aspirate, Biopsy, Bone Marrow, Cerebrospinal Fluid, Faeces, Fluid, Lavage, Paraffin embedded tissue, Sputum, Swab, Tissue, Urine, Washings
- Spec Type Min
- 1 ml for CSF
- When Tested
- On request when GeneXpert MTB/RIF-Ultra unavailable
- Turnaround Time
- 24-48 hours
- Reference Ranges
- Ct <40
- Cut Off Lower
- Ct value
- Units of Measurement
- Ct
- Related Tests
- See text (MRL section) for further details. Contact laboratory for suitability of specimens. Current method: TaqMan real-time PCR (IS6110 – based target).
- Billing Advice
- Medicare Rebatable
- Contact
- 9342 9617
