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HelpTest ID MICR0045 Culture, Cystic Fibrosis Acid Fast Bacillus with Stain
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Sputum, Bronchial Washings, CSF, Body Fluid, Bone Marrow, Urine, Tissue
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume for Sputum/Bronch Wash | 5.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Preferred Volume for Other Specimen Types | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Acceptable | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Analytical Time
Stain: Monday through Friday
Culture: 8 weeks
Methodology
Culture/Stain
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
87116