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HelpTest ID CAURP Candida auris, Molecular Detection, PCR, Random, Urine
Ordering Guidance
This test should not be ordered for surveillance purposes. Order CAURS / Candida auris Surveillance, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies and collect an axilla/groin swab for surveillance.
Additional Testing Requirements
This test should always be performed in conjunction with fungal culture, order FGEN / Fungal Culture, Routine.
Shipping Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 7 days of collection.
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect a random urine specimen.
Useful For
Detecting Candida auris in urine specimens
This test should not be used to determine cure or to monitor response to therapy.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reporting Name
Candida auris PCR, USpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87481
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CAURP | Candida auris PCR, U | 95764-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SRCAU | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| CAURU | C auris PCR, Result, U | 95764-7 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.