Mycobacteriology Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Mycobacteriology Laboratory: Identifying Mycobacterial Species and Detecting Drug Resistance New Requisition Available Download Mycobacteriology Requisition For decades, the National Jewish Health Mycobacteriology Laboratory (part of Advanced Diagnostic Laboratories) has been a leader in the research and diagnosis of nontuberculous (formerly known as atypical) mycobacterial (NTM) diseases and drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB). What sets us apart is the close relationship between National Jewish Health providers and our laboratory scientists. This collaboration allows us to offer validated assays that are not available at other institutions. Nontuberculous Mycobacteria on Rise in U.S. Molecular diagnostics has enabled the laboratory community to identify more than 150 different species within the genus Mycobacterium. Prevalence of nontuberculous mycobacteria continues to increase, especially in senior and immunocompromised populations. Identifying the organism to the species level is paramount, as mycobacterial diseases are treated with different drug regimens. Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Remains Public Health Threat Worldwide The rise of multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) tuberculosis is of utmost concern since the world's population grows more mobile. In order to minimize transmission of disease, rapid diagnosis of MDR and XDR tuberculosis is critical. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) for complicated or resistant cases of tuberculosis enables health care providers to design appropriate treatment plans. Tuberculosis & Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Testing With its comprehensive menu of tuberculosis and atypical mycobacterial tests, Advanced Diagnostic Laboratories is a resource for thousands of health care providers, health agencies, hospital laboratories, commercial laboratories, veterinarians and zoos. View Advanced Diagnostic Labs Test Catalog Mycobacteriology Services Molecular and Growth Detection of tuberculosis and nontuberculous mycobacteria (atypical mycobacterium) Isolate Identification Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing for Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (rapidly and slowly growing) Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing for Aerobic Actinomycetes Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing for Tuberculosis Clinical Trials For more than 100 years, National Jewish Health has been committed to finding new treatments and cures for diseases. Search our clinical trials. Reasons to Choose National Jewish Health The leading respiratory hospital in the nation and the only one devoted fully to the treatment of respiratory and related illnesses Ranked as one of the top two hospitals in pulmonology every year since U.S. News & World Report included this category in its annual “Best Hospitals” survey Ranked in the top 1 percent of hospitals in the nation by HCAHPS Physicians consistently recognized among the best in the nation by multiple services, including Best Doctors in America and Castle Connolly Among the top 6 percent of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to more than 300 active clinical trials 121-year history of focus on care, research and education serving thousands of patients with lung, heart, immune and related disorders Make an Appointment We Are Open and Here for You × Our specialty care clinics for adults and children are open and ready to serve you. Your health is important, and that means taking care of your existing health care issues. Please note that as we schedule appointments, including necessary procedures, we’re taking every precaution possible to ensure it’s safe to see your doctor. Call 303.398.1355 or make an appointment online. Expanded COVID-19 Testing and Care Available Acute Respiratory Clinics for adults and children, and a Respiratory Recovery Clinic for those recovering from COVID-19 are available. Online Telehealth appointments and in office appointments are always available for our patients in need of care. Drive through appointments for COVID-19 testing – antibody (serology) testing and molecular (swab) testing are available. Antibody testing can be self-scheduled, while molecular and other tests require a doctor’s order. Patient Safety As best practice for all patients, COVID-19 patients are cared for in separate, dedicated units. All staff and providers are required to wear masks and other personal protective equipment, and our facilities are continually cleaned using enhanced sterilization procedures. Patients and visitors are screened upon arrival and are required to wear masks. Patients may have only one visitor accompany them to appointments. Please bring your own face mask to wear (cannot be a bandana or scarf, but can be a cloth mask). Coronavirus Information & Resources Close
Reasons to Choose National Jewish Health The leading respiratory hospital in the nation and the only one devoted fully to the treatment of respiratory and related illnesses Ranked as one of the top two hospitals in pulmonology every year since U.S. News & World Report included this category in its annual “Best Hospitals” survey Ranked in the top 1 percent of hospitals in the nation by HCAHPS Physicians consistently recognized among the best in the nation by multiple services, including Best Doctors in America and Castle Connolly Among the top 6 percent of organizations funded for research by the NIH, providing patients access to more than 300 active clinical trials 121-year history of focus on care, research and education serving thousands of patients with lung, heart, immune and related disorders Make an Appointment