Antibiotic Resistance Panel (KPC, mecA, SHV, Van A, Van B, VIM)

Test MnemonicABR
CPT Code87500, 87641
Also Known AsABR
Specimen TypeSwab
Specimen ContainerESwab Collection Kit
Alternate Speciman TypeNone
Preferred Volume2 Swabs
Minimum Volume1 Swab
Specimen CollectionABR
Specimen ProcessM-F
Specimen Transport StorageRoom Temperature 5-25°C
Specimen Stability24-48 Hours
Specimen Rejection• Improperly labeled.
• Incomplete information on the requisition.
• Too old for processing.
• Failure to meet volume criteria.
• Leaking primary or secondary specimen container.
• Wrong collection container for test ordered.
• Gross contamination.
• Improper storage
MethodologyTaqMan RT-PCR
UseFor the detection of antibiotic resistance genes in various specimens
Clinical SignifiganceTo determine presence of resistant genes listed above
Reference RangeNot Detected
Day RunMon-Fri
Time RunAs Received
Time Reported24 Hours After Receipt
Test TypeMolecular