Title 17 Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex Genotyping
| Test Name: | Title 17 Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex Genotyping |
| Test Methodology: | Any laboratory that isolates Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex is required to submit a culture to the local public health laboratory for public health surveillance and epidemiological investigations (clinical reports are not issued). |
| Test to be Performed: | AFB Isolate Title 17 |
| CPT: | 99001 |
| Reflex Testing Criteria: | None |
| Pre-Approval Required: | None |
| Accepted Specimens: | Pure culture of viable Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on solid media. Slants (LJ/7H10) are the preferred culture media for submission. If performed, results of the drug susceptibility testing should be included. |
| Specimen Stability: | Room temperature: up to 12 weeks from subculture date. Refrigerated (2 – 8°C): up to 12 weeks from subculture date. Frozen (0°C and below): subculture prior to submission. |
| Storage/Transport Conditions: | Ambient temperature. Ensure isolate is secured with parafilm or tape. Ship using appropriate DOT/IATA requirements. MTBC cultures should be shipped as Category A Infectious Substance. |
| Turnaround Time: | 4 weeks; preliminary reports will be issued when applicable |
| Reference Range: | Not applicable |
| Comments: | Isolates will be forwarded to a reference laboratory for genotyping. For questions regarding submissions, please contact the lab for further information. |
Public Health Laboratory Location
150 East Holt Boulevard
Ontario, CA 91761
Phone: (909) 458-9430
Fax: (909) 986-3590
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.