Test Methodology
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Next Generation Sequencing
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Reflex Testing
Criteria
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None
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Pre-Approval Required
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Yes. Please contact MDL at MDL.Submissions@CDPH.ca.gov
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Supplemental Information and Required Form(s)
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Test Request Form for Cyclospora Targeted Amplicon Deep Sequencing (TADS). The submission form will be shared once shipment is approved.
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Required Specimen Type(s)
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Stool specimen submitted either in a Cary Blair or at least 3 aliquots in 2 mL sterile microcentrifuge tubes. Please secure top of container/ tubes with parafilm to avoid leakage during transport.
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Minimum Volume Required
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If submitted in microcentrifuge tube, 2 mL.
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Specimen Stability
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4°C up to 15 days
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Rejection Criteria
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Specimens collected in
Formalin will be rejected
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Storage/Transport
Conditions
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4°C, -20°C or other (please indicate on Test Request Form)
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Transport Medium,
if applicable
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Cary-Blair modified media or VTM (Viral Transport Media)
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Specimen Labeling
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Containing patient identifiers: name, DOB, and collection date
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Shipping Instructions and Specimen Handling Requirements
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Specimen(s) should be shipped according to International Air Transport Association (IATA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations for biological specimens.
Ship to: California Department of Public Health
Microbial Diseases Laboratory
ATTN: Molecular Characterization Unit
850 Marina Bay Parkway, Specimen Receiving Room B106
Richmond, CA 94804
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Specimen Collection Instructions, if applicable
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Not Applicable
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Turnaround Time
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Not Applicable
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Interferences & Limitations
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None |
Reference Range
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Not Applicable |
Additional Information
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None
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MDL Point of Contact
| MDL - Molecular Characterization Unit
Phone: (510) 412-3940, M–F PST.
Email MDL.Submissions@CDPH.ca.gov
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