Culture, Yeast

Message
Microbiology


Test Code
LAB5210112


Alias/See Also
Yeast screen, Yeast only, Monilia, Candida auris


CPT Codes
87102

Preferred Specimen
Body site as specified by physician


Minimum Volume
1 ml


Instructions
Order this item to rule out Yeast. Yeast will be the only organism screened for and identified if present.
HHI LAB: Send to HHNB at Room Temp


Transport Container
Sterile screw top container, swab in Liquid Amies medium (E Swab) or rayon tipped double swabs



Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Transport to Lab within 2 hours


Methodology
Culture

FDA Status
Approved

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Preliminary Report: 24 hours
Final Report: Cultures are held 5 days


Reference Range
No yeast isolated


Performing Laboratory
Hoag Newport/ Hoag Irvine



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