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HelpTest Code MIC14 Fungus Smear
Clinical Information
Detection and identification of fungi.
Synonym
- CALCOFLUOR
- Calcofluor White fluorescent stain
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: eSwab
Acceptable Container/Tube: eSwab
Specimen Source: Wound, lesion, genital
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Special Instructions: Transport specimen to laboratory as soon as possible.
Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Source: Sterile body fluid, urine, respiratory
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Special Instructions: Transport specimen to laboratory as soon as possible.
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient:
Sterile Container: 24 hours
eSwab: 2 days
Method Description
Smear
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 2 days
Reporting Name
Calcofluor White Stain
CPT Code Information
87206