• Enables accurate identification of biochemically unusual strains of pathogen.
• Facilitates much earlier detection of the microorganism because the assay is independent of the host’s immune response schedule.
Therefore, PCRs are useful for seronegative patients as well.
• Allows monitoring of the efficacy of an antibiotic regime.
• PCRs are detecting the DNA of the bacteria itself. Therefore, a positive result is definitive.
Test
B. henselae PCR – CSF
$265.00
The Bartonella henselae Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test is an assay that detects B. henselae-specific DNA in cerebral spinal fluid (CSF). The combination of the following three steps imparts a very high specificity and sensitivity to the test:
1. Hybridization/selection
2. Amplification of Bartonella-specific DNA
3. Detection of Bartonella-specific amplified DNA fragments
Principle
B. henselae ribosomal DNA (rDNA) fragments are hybrid-selected by probes, followed by PCR amplification of selected B. henselae rDNA. PCR products are confirmed by B. henselae-specific probes in a southern blot assay. The primers and probes used for the selection of B. henselae rDNA fragments are designed from published small subunit ribosomal RNA sequences.
Tube / Specimen Requirements
2mL CSF
CPT Code(s)
87471
Positive: B. henselae rDNA detected.
Negative: B. henselae rDNA not detected
- Bartonella PCR results should be interpreted in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings.
- Test results can only help the physician in confirming a clinical diagnosis.
Related Tests
GET STARTED TODAY!
The first step in getting tested with IGeneX is to order a collection kit. Choose between a Blood, Urine, or Miscellaneous kit.
WHY IGENEX FOR TICK-BORNE DISEASE TESTING?
- CLIA certified in all 50 states
- Long track record of success since 1991
- Offers testing that is nearly twice as accurate as CDC recommended tests
- Tests for all major tick-borne illnesses, including Lyme disease, TBRF, Babesia, Bartonella, and Rickettsia
- Utilizes comprehensive testing methods such as PCR, ImmunoBlots, IgXSpot and FISH
- Has become a nationwide leader in COVID-19 testing due to a relentless focus on customer satisfaction
