Fungal Isolate Identification [390X]

Test Code

575

CPT Codes
Dependent on method of identification.<br /> Yeast (CPT code(s): 87106) or Mold (CPT code(s): 87107) or Gas liquid chromatography (CPT code(s): 87143) or Direct probe (CPT code(s): 87149). If submitted culture is no growth or mixed growth with no further identification (CPT code(s): 87999).

Preferred Specimen

Pure culture of a fungal isolate, safely contained on agar slant

Instructions

An isolation charge will be added for organisms submitted in mixed culture.

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: Stability varies with isolate
Refrigerated: Stabilities varies with isolate
Frozen: Unacceptable

Methodology
Microscopic Examination • Molecular and Biochemical Identification • Morphology

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Fri; Report available: 10 days

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Clinical Significance

The clinical significance of an isolate varies with the identification, source, and clinical symptoms manifested.

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.