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Fungal Isolate Identification [390X]
Test CodeFUNID
Quest Code
575
CPT Codes
Dependent on method of identification.<br /> Yeast (CPT code(s): 87106) or Mold (CPT code(s): 87107) or Gas liquid chromatography (CPT code(s): 87143) or Direct probe (CPT code(s): 87149). If submitted culture is no growth or mixed growth with no further identification (CPT code(s): 87999).
Preferred Specimen
Pure culture of a fungal isolate, safely contained on agar slant
Instructions
An isolation charge will be added for organisms submitted in mixed culture.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Stability varies with isolate
Refrigerated: Stabilities varies with isolate
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Stabilities varies with isolate
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Microscopic Examination • Molecular and Biochemical Identification • Morphology
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Fri; Report available: 10 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance
The clinical significance of an isolate varies with the identification, source, and clinical symptoms manifested.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Dr
Chantilly, VA 20153
Last Updated: January 3, 2023