Pneumocystis Smear

TEST: 180232
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CPT: 87281
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Synonyms

  • Pneumocystis carinii Stain
  • PCP (Pneumocystis carinii Pneumonia)
  • PJP (Pneumocystis jirovecii Pneumonia)

Expected Turnaround Time

2 - 3 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

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Specimen Requirements

Specimen

Induced sputum, bronchial alveolar lavage (BAL), lung tissue, bronchial brush, tracheal aspirates, transtracheal aspirates, body fluids

Volume

5 to 10 mL induced sputum, 10 to 25 mL BAL, 0.5 to 1 cc tissue or biopsy fluid

Container

Sterile leakproof specimen container

Collection

Noninduced expectorated sputum specimens are not recommended.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerate at 2°C to 8°C.

Causes for Rejection

Swab specimen; specimen received in grossly leaking transport container; specimen submitted in fixative or additive; inappropriate specimen transport conditions; specimen received after prolonged delay in transport (usually more than 72 hours); specimen stored or transported at room temperature; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label

Test Details

Use

This test is used to determine the presence of Pneumocystis jirovecii (previously Pneumocystis carinii).

Methodology

Direct or indirect fluorescent antibody (DFA)

LOINC® Map

Order Code Order Code Name Order Loinc Result Code Result Code Name UofM Result LOINC
180232 Pneumocystis Smear, DFA 700-5 180232 Pneumocystis Smear, DFA 700-5

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