Tropheryma whipplei (Whipple's Disease) PCR

Microbiology

Notes

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Rare, systemic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Tropheryma whipplei.
Whipple’s Disease PCR is only performed on specific request.

Sample requirements

CSF

30 mL sterile universal container

30ml universal container

4ml of blood taken into an EDTA Tube

EDTA with cap

Required information

Relevant clinical details

Storage/transport

Store at fridge temperature

Transport as soon as possible at ambient temperature

Turnaround time

Specimens sent to a National Reference Centre

Up to 14 days