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CULTURE, AFB WOUND
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
AFBWD
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
eSwab Flocked Swab (used for general aerobic and anaerobic collections)
Other Acceptable Specimens
None
Instructions
Document source
Transport Temperature
Room temperature or refrigerated
Specimen Stability
- 15-30C up to 48 hours
- 2-8C up to 48 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: December 16, 2024