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Test ID: ACARP    
Acanthamoeba species Molecular Detection, PCR, Ocular

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Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Aids in the diagnosis of amebic keratitis in conjunction with clinical findings

Highlights

This assay is intended as an aid in the diagnosis of amebic keratitis (AK) in conjunction with clinical findings.

 

This test has similar sensitivity and specificity to culture but provides a more rapid result.

 

Acanthamoeba species are free-living organisms and may be found widely in the environment.

Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/TaqMan DNA Probe Hybridization

NY State Available Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.

Yes

Reporting Name Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test

Acanthamoeba species Detection, PCR