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Epic Test Code LAB905 Fungal Stain

Performing Location(s)

BMC

Synonyms

KOH Prep

Specimen Type

Culture

Preferred Container

Sterile Container

Alternate Container

Culturette swab

Transportation Needs

Room Temperature

Storage Requirements

Refrigerate

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen

Quantity not sufficient

Reference Values

Population Reference Range
All Populations No yeast or hyphal elements seen

 

Days of Analysis

All

Available STAT

Yes

Additional Information

Additional Information:

Fungal stains are done only upon request, they are NOT routinely included in fungal cultures

Methodology

Calcofluor fluorescent stain

CPT Code

87206

Last Updated

30-Apr-19