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HelpTest Code MIC2 Acid Fast Culture, Tissue
Clinical Information
Detection and identification of Mycobacterium species and Nocardia species.
Synonym
- BKR AFB TISS
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Source: Tissue
Special Instructions: Transport specimen to laboratory as soon as possible. If only AFB culture ordered, refrigerate specimen.
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 24 hours
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, the reflex test may be performed at an additional charge. All acid fast bacilli submitted will be identified and billed as appropriate.
Reflex Test
| Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|
| XPERT MTB-RIF | No | No |
| MALDI-TOF | No | No |
Reference Values
No acid fast bacillus seen.
Interpretation
Organisms growing in pure culture are identified to the species level whenever possible.
Method Description
Culture
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Smear: 1 day
Culture: 43 days
Reporting Name
AFB Tissue Culture
CPT Code Information
87116
87206
LOINC Code Information
6463-4