Acid Fast Bacillus Culture (Sputum or Bronc Washings Only)

Test Code

RAFCR

Specimen Name

Acid Fast Bacillus Culture (Sputum or Bronc Washings Only)

CPT Codes

  • 8
  • 711
  • 687
  • 206

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Stability

Refrigerate

Volume

Minimum Volume

Performed

Specimen finaled out at 6 weeks.

Additional Information

5-20 mLs sputum or bronchial washings in a sterile leak-proof container. Multiple collections from same site must be collected 24 hours apart.

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