Clinical information
Diagnostic utility:
This is the detection of the DNA of the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi and its determination is useful in:
- Detection of the parasite in the donor's red blood cells.
Method:
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Reference values
Possible results are: Reactive, Non-Reactive.
Diagnostic algorithm:
Not applicable
Response time:
Maximum 30 natural days
Specimen information
Sample: Whole Blood
Tube: Plasma tube with EDTA or citrate as anticoagulant.
Minimum essential volume: 2 ml
Stability:
- At room temperature: ≤ 4 days
- In refrigeration 2-8 ºC: ≤ 7 days
Transport instructions: Preferably send the whole blood tubes refrigerated.
Reason for rejection: Insufficient sample volume.
Administrative information
BST Code: 0198
Test Description: DNA Trypanosoma cruzi
Synonyms: DNA Trypanosoma cruzi, PCR CHAGAS
Section: Transfusional Safety Laboratory
BST Rate: Check the updated rates here.
Profiles:
Not applicable
References
- Protocol del Kit d'extracció d'àcids nucleics: QIAamp DNA Mini Kit (50).
- User's Manual del termociclador utilitzat.