- RAFCR
Acid Fast Bacillus Culture (Sputum or Bronc Washings Only)
Specimen:
Test Code
RAFCR
Specimen Name
Acid Fast Bacillus Culture (Sputum or Bronc Washings Only)
Collect
Sterile Container
Submit
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Special Handling
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Rejection Criteria
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Stability
Refrigerated
Methodology
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Performed
Preliminary: Acid fast stain at 24 hours, Negative at 4 weeks. Final: Negative at 6 weeks
Reported
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CPT Codes
- 87116
- 87206
Components
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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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