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Test Code AFBC AFB CULTURE

EPIC Test ID

1230100512

Test Synonyms

AFB CX|CULTURE|ACID-FAST BACTERIA CULTURE

Collection Requirements

Collect appropriate specimen type in a sterile, leak-proof container. May include tracheal aspirates, bronchial washings, body fluids, stool, CSF, and tissue Sputum should be 3 complete, consecutive, first morning specimen of at least 5ml. Urine should be 3 complete, consecutive, first morning specimens

Shipping and Handling Instructions

Optimal transport within 1 day.If delay is expected, refrigerate.

Specimen Type

Sputum

Tracheal

Bronchial

Body Fluid

Tissue

Bone

Urine

Stool

Specimen Source

Gland, Salivary

Pleural Cavity, Left

Pleural Cavity, Right

Thyroid

Thyroid, Left

Thyroid, Right

Breast, Right Central

Breast, Left Central

Cyst

Bronchial Lavage

Specimen Tube Description

WMH Hospital Lab: STERILE SWAB,STERILE CONTAINER

Performing lab

United Health Services Laboratories

Section

WMH Microbiology

CPT Code

87116

Loinc

543-9

EAP

LAB877