Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA, Real-Time PCR
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Whole blood
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test may be recommended if someone is showing symptoms that could be caused by an Ehrlichia chaffeensis infection, such as fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, and confusion.
- Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA, Real-Time PCR
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA, Real-Time PCR
This test is a precise method for detecting Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA in samples. It's important for diagnosing infections caused by Ehrlichia chaffeensis, a type of bacteria that can affect humans. However, the result of this PCR test should be considered alongside symptoms and other clinical tests, as it cannot tell if the detected bacteria are alive or not. A positive result means Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA was found, while a negative result means none was detected at the levels this test can measure, but it doesn't rule out the disease completely.
This test is a precise method for detecting Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA in samples. It's important for diagnosing infections caused by Ehrlichia chaffeensis, a type of bacteria that can affect humans. However, the result of this PCR test should be considered alongside symptoms and other clinical tests, as it cannot tell if the detected bacteria are alive or not. A positive result means Ehrlichia chaffeensis DNA was found, while a negative result means none was detected at the levels this test can measure, but it doesn't rule out the disease completely.
What patients is this test right for?
This test may be recommended if someone is showing symptoms that could be caused by an Ehrlichia chaffeensis infection, such as fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, and confusion.
What type of sample is required for this test?
Either 0.7 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD (yellow-top) tube, or 1 tick (preserved in 70% ethanol) submitted in a sterile, leak-proof container.
Test Resources
http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ224
http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ224
4–5 business days
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 0.7 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD (yellow-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (Cold Packs)
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 48 hours
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria:
- Hemolysis • Lithium heparin (green-top) tube • Sodium heparin (green-top) tube
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
