CPE PCR

Pathology category

Microbiology - Virology

Code

CARP

Referral code

Request form

ICE request form.

Test information

Screening PCR test to detect Carbapenemase producing enterobacteriacae. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Plain swab placed in universal. DO NOT PUT SWAB IN CHARCOAL TRANSPORT MEDIUM

Special requirements

Plain swab placed in universal. DO NOT PUT SWAB IN CHARCOAL TRANSPORT MEDIUM

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

On request

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

24 hours

TAT Inpatient

24 hours

TAT GP/Outpatient

N/A

Referral lab