Test Code EHRL Ehrlichia/Anaplasma, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Reporting Name
Ehrlichia/Anaplasma PCR, BUseful For
Evaluating patients suspected of acute anaplasmosis or ehrlichiosis
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Performing Laboratory

Specimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; Varies
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87798 x 4
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
EHRL | Ehrlichia/Anaplasma PCR, B | 87548-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
84319 | Anaplasma phagocytophilum | 87558-3 |
23663 | Ehrlichia chaffeensis | 87559-1 |
23664 | Ehrlichia ewingii/canis | 87560-9 |
32010 | Ehrlichia muris eauclairensis | 87561-7 |
Forms
For all ordering locations except for Eau Claire.
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-General Request (T239)
-Microbiology Test Request (T244)