MTB Resistance by Whole Genome Sequencing
General Information
- Lab Name
- MTB Resistance by Whole Genome Sequencing
- Lab Code
- MTBWGR
- Epic Name
- MTB Resistance by Whole Genome Sequencing
- Description
More information regarding submission of samples can be obtained viewing individual test pages below.
Molecular Microbiology Order Form
Molecular Microbiology Specimen Submission: Additional information regarding specimen submission.
Molecular Microbiology Acceptable Specimens: Full list of acceptable specimens.- Synonyms
- Antimicrobial Resistance, MTB Resistance, MTB Susceptibility, Next generation sequencing, NGS, Tuberculosis, WGS, whole genome identification, Whole Genome sequencing
- Components
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Interpretation
- Guidelines
- Reference Range
- See individual components
- Ref. Range Notes
Susceptible
Resistant or Indeterminate results are considered abnormal.
Ordering & Collection
- Specimen Type
- Pure Culture
- Handling Instructions
Send pure culture with growth (plate or slant) at room or refrigerated temperature. Follow approved regulations for transporting infectious substances.
A mixed culture will be rejected or subject to an additional charge.
- Quantity
- Requested: plate or slant
Processing
- Receiving Instructions
- Misc Sendout
Performance
- Lab Department
- Micro Molecular Diag(MMD)
- Frequency
- Twice a week, Turnaround time 5-10 business days after receiving the specimen
- Available STAT?
- No
- Performing Location(s)
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CL Molecular Microbiology
206-598-5735Shipping Address
Attn: Molecular Microbiology
UW CLSPS
1601 Lind Ave SW
Room 171A
Renton, WA 98057Performing Lab Address
UW Medicine Central Laboratory
Molecular Microbiology
1601 Lind Ave SW
Room 485
Renton, WA 98057We receive specimens 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Please e-mail us with any questions or comments you have, so that we can provide you with the best possible service. Our e-mail is monitored in real time, and your inquiry will be answered as soon as possible.
e-mail: molmicdx@uw.edu
For urgent inquiries, billing inquiries, or requests for faxed reports, please contact our Client Services Department at (206) 598-5735 or (800) 713-5198.
Billing & Coding
- CPT Codes
- 87153
- LOINC
- 94053-6
- Interfaced Order Code
- UOW4641