Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Other)

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

TB

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2359

Laboratory Handling

Registration

Register with a B or W number. Send with a copy of the form and 3 lasi labels

Sample Stability

24 Hours

Synonyms

MTB Complex DNA Detection
TB PCR
Tuberculosis PCR
TB

Turnaround Time

1 week

Specimen Type

  • N/A

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Specimen Container

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • N/A
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

3

Last updated: 18/10/2026