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CULTURE, AFB TISSUE
MessageNote: 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
AFBTS
Alias/See Also
AFB Culture;Acid Fast Culture
CPT Codes
87116
Includes
Includes: Culture, Smear, Organism ID. Sensitivity performed on M. Tuberculosis only
Preferred Specimen
Sterile container with sterile saline
Instructions
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Specimen Stability
Room temperature up to 24 hours
Methodology
Routine culture
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun
Clinical Significance
Identify the presence of Mycobacterium species - one of which is the causative agent of tuberculosis.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMIC (Microbiology)
Last Updated: April 25, 2023