Performed
Dependent on method used; see methodology section.
Methodology
Method |
Usage |
Internal order code applied |
Days performed |
PCR/MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry |
Primary assay used on isolates for identification of M. tuberculosis complex, M. avium complex, M.kansasii, and subspeciation of M. abscessus. |
MASID |
Tu-Sat |
Line probe assay |
Typically used for speciation of M. tuberculosis complex, M. avium complex, and subspeciation of M. abscessus. |
NTMID or MTB7 |
Tu-Sat |
Sequencing |
Typically used for speciation of uncommon mycobacteria, confirmation of M. intracellulare, or aerobic actinomycetes. |
16S or RPOB |
Once a week |
Turnaround Time
Identification results are reported within 3 days to 2 weeks depending on which method is used.
Lab Department
Infectious Disease Laboratory, Mycobacteriology
Synonyms
Line probe assays, Hain, sequencing, identification, reverse hybridization assay
Related Tests
AFB1, AFB3, VETCX, ENVCX
NY State: Waiver/single use permit required for identification of AFB.