Toxoplasma gondii PCR

Test Code
S18708
Results:
7-10 days
Component
Toxoplasma gondii PCR
Specimen
One of the following specimen types:
0.5 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
0.5 mL CSF in lavender top tube
1.0 mL transtracheal wash or BAL lavage in lavender top tube
0.15 mL aqueous humor in lavender top tube
Tissue (fresh or fixed in leakproof container), or embedded in paraffin block
Test Description
Used to evaluate for the presence of Toxoplasma gondii in cases where toxoplasmosis is suspected.