- AFBIS
AFB Identification
Test Code
AFBIS
Specimen Name
AFB Identification
CPT Codes
- 87186
Collect
Actively growing isolated organism, in pure culture on Middlebrook 7H10, 7H11, or Lowenstein-Jensen agar slants or AFB automated system bottle (ESP, Bactec, Septi-check). Transport at 20-25 C. Send organism in double container and label as an etiologic agent. Submit organism according to Infectious Substance Shipping guidelines.
Stability
Ambient
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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Performed
Performed Monday through Friday - Reported as soon as completed
Components
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Additional Information
Indicate source of specimen and any other pertinent information. Include patient's PPD status, BCG immunization history, and prior anti-tuberculosis therapy, growth rate of organism. Indicate if Mycobacteria other than tuberculosis (MOTT) are suspected.
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Common Lab Definitions
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