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HelpTest ID BLOD1097 Culture Fungal, Blood
Specimen Type/Requirements
Yellow top SPS tube - Whole Blood
Also Acceptable:
- Green top (Sodium Heparin w/out gel) tube - Whole Blood
- Green top (Lithium Heparin w/out gel) tube - Whole Blood
- Green top (Lithium Heparin w/out gel) Microtainer tube - Whole Blood
Indicate source on specimen and order. Fill tube and mix by inverting several times.
Cleanse the drawing site the same as collecting for a blood culture.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume/Adult | 10.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume/Adult | 10.0 mL |
| Preferred Volume/Pediatric | 4.0 mL |
| Minimum Volume/Pediatric | 0.5 mL |
Note: Lithium Heparin Microtainer (NICU Only, Volume = 0.4 mL)
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 72 hours | Preferred for transport |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Not Acceptable | |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Smaller volumes of specimen reduce the chances or recovering organisms, especially in adults.
Short draws should be processed immediately.
For most yeast, routine blood cultures are sufficient.
For cases of suspected filamentous fungus (i.e. Aspergillus, Histoplasma, Blastomyces, Coccidiodes), collect specimen in SPS tube.
The special SPS tubes are available through the Sanford Supply Department.
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
87103