Test directory: Pneumocystis jirovecii, DFA

Ordering Code5604
Test NamePneumocystis jirovecii, DFA
AliasP. carinii
Preferred SpecimenBAL Wash, Bronchial lavage, Sputum
Preferred ContainerSterile Leak-Proof Container
Optimum Volume3 mL
Transport RequirementsOahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen StabilityAmbient: Not Stable
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Frozen: Not Stable
Avail. StatNO
Analytic TimeUp to 6 Days
MethodologyDirect Immunofluorescence Assay
Reference Lab Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of April 25, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Specimen Source:ALLSee report.
P.jirovecii (P.carinii) DFAALLSee report.