Content block block-1139367793-1780344102
Body
Links in this section relate to Body
| TEST NAME | Mycobacterium Smear |
|---|---|
| DEPARTMENT | MYCOB |
| TESTS | T3 |
| DESCRIPTION | Acid Fast Smear |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | SPECIMEN: Blood, bone marrow, CSF, gastric lavage fluid, respiratory (aerosol, sputum, bronchial washings, transtracheal aspirates), stool (HIV patients only), tissue biopsies, and urine. NOTE: Processed specimen is preferred. CONTAINER, COLLECTION and TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: See Mycobacteriology specimen collection guide for details. TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: Refrigerated (2-8°C): submit within 24 hours of collection |
| TURNAROUND TIME (TAT) | 24-72 hours |
| REFERENCE RANGE | Negative |
| TEST METHOD | Fluorochrome Smear |
| CPT CODES | 87015 87206 |