Echinococcus multilocularis, E. granulosus, and/or Taenia spp. Multiplex PCR (Jenkins’ Lab) – Tissue
> Test List > Echinococcus multilocularis, E. granulosus, and/or Taenia spp. Multiplex PCR (Jenkins’ Lab) – Tissue
Overview
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Referral |
| Sample Comment | Fresh or frozen tissue - typically liver or lung - from biopsy or surgery. Also acceptable: abdominal or cyst fluid - minimum 2 mL. For species identification see Echinococcus spp./Taenia spp. Sequencing |
| Turnaround Time | 1 Week |
Shipping & Handling
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Specimines Container | Leak proof container |
| Shipping & Handling | Handle sample with gloves. Can freeze. Ship on ice packs.. |