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