CULTURE, AFB OTHER

Message

MUST identify source (For Blood samples, order AFBB)

Note: If Mycobacterium Tuberculosis (MTB) is identified, sample will automatcially be sent to appropriate state Department of Health for sensitivity. For any species of Mycobacterium, sensitivity can be performed upon request.

Test Code

AFB

Alias/See Also

AFB Culture
Acid Fast Culture

CPT Codes
87015, 87116

Includes

Culture, Smear, Organism ID, Sensitivity performed on M. Tuberculosis only

Preferred Specimen

Respiratory source; body fluids; urine; stool

Patient Preparation
None

Other Acceptable Specimens

E-swab

Instructions

Document source

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

15-30°C up to 24 hours
2-8°C up to 7 days

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Specimen consisting entirely of saliva; leaking container; swab specimen; insufficient volume; specimen in preservative

Methodology
Culture, Microscopy, Fluorochrome Stain (Auramine/Rhodamine)

Report Available

Final report available in 6 weeks

Reference Range

No growth

Clinical Significance

Identify the presence of Mycobacterium species - one of which is the causative agent for tuberculosis.

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab

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.