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Test Name:
Bartonella DNA Detection, by PCR, Whole Blood


  • SBMF No:
    44919
  • Performance Lab Name:
    ARUP Laboratories
  • Test Mnemonic:
    BARTPCR WB
  • ABN:
    Required – Not FDA-Approved
  • CPT Code:
    87471
  • LOINC Code:
    19146-0; 16275-0
  • Ref Lab Test No:
    0060762
  • Also See:
    44918 Bartonella DNA Detection, by PCR
  • Spec Type:
    Whole blood
  • Spec Container:
    Lavender top (EDTA) tube
  • Pref Vol:
    1.0 mL
  • Min Vol:
    0.25 mL
  • Fasting:
    No
  • Spec Collect:
    Routine venipuncture
  • Spec Store Transport:
    Refrigerated
    Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
  • Spec Stability:
    8 hours room temperature (20-30°C)
    3 days refrigerated (2-8°C)
    Frozen (-20°C): Unacceptable
  • Spec Reject:
    Heparinized or hemolyzed sample
  • Methodology:
    Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
  • Clinical Significance:
    Refer to:
    ARUP Consult | The Physician's Guide to Laboratory Test Selection and Interpretation
  • Reference Range:
    By report
  • Additional Test Info:

    This test is performed pursuant to an agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.

    This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved or cleared this test; however, FDA clearance or approval is not currently required for clinical use. The results are not intended to be used as the sole means for clinical diagnosis or patient management decisions.

  • Day Run:
    Tue, Fri
  • Time Reported:
    2-6 days
  • Test Type:
    INFECTIOUS ORGANISM