| TEST NAME | Candida auris Screen |
|---|---|
| DEPARTMENT | MYCOL |
| TESTS | M3 |
| DESCRIPTION | Screening procedure for Candida auris based on PCR. |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | SPECIMEN: Axilla/groin swabs. CONTAINER: BD ESwab collection and transport system with modified liquid Amies. See Mycology Specimen Collection guide for details. TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: Refrigerated (2-8°C) within 4 days. |
| TURNAROUND TIME (TAT) | 24-96 hours (PCR) 9 days (culture) |
| REFERENCE RANGE | Negative |
| TEST METHOD | PCR |
| CPT CODES | 87481 87106 |
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