Pre-Approval Required
Consultation
with the Immunodiagnostic,
Mycotic & Parasitic Diseases Section is required prior to submission
of samples
Supplemental Information or Form
Parasitology
Form “LAB 0416” is required for submission of samples
Performed on Specimens From
Human,
Animal, Food/Environmental/Medical Devices/Biologics
Acceptable Sample/Specimen Type for Testing
Specimens
that are acceptable will be determined upon consultation
Minimum Volume Required
None
Storage & Preservation of Sample/Specimen Prior to Shipping
Storage
and preservation dependent upon consultation
Transport
Transport
medium is dependent upon consultation.
Sample/Specimen Labeling
Test
subject to CLIA regulations require two patient identifiers on the specimen
container and the test requisition
Shipping Instructions which Include Specimen Handling Requirements
Specifics
of shipping will depend upon consultation
Test Methodology
Microscopy, PCR
Turnaround Time
4 weeks
Interferences & Limitations
None
Additional Information
None
MDL Points of Contact
High Risk Pathogen Section (510) 412-3700
Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5 PM PT
Emails: Jayakumar.Poovassery@cdph.ca.gov; alyssa.poe@cdph.ca.gov; laura.smoot@cdph.ca.gov