CULTURE, AFB OTHER

Message

***Blood samples order AFBB; Wound samples order AFBWD; Tissue samples order AFBTS***

MUST identify source

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

Test Code

AFB

Alias/See Also

AFB Culture; Acid Fast Culture

CPT Codes
87116; 87015

Includes

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

Preferred Specimen

Sterile Container

Instructions

Document source

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

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

Methodology
Routine culture and fluorescent microscopy

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Clinical Significance

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

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMIC (Microbiology)

Last Updated: August 5, 2024

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.