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Fungus Culture & Smear, (Biopsy, Body Fluid, Bronchial Washings, CSF, Sputum)

Test Code
CXFUN


Preferred Specimen
2 - 5 mL Fluid (Sterile Container or use heparinized green top tube for joint fluid); 2 - 50 mL bronchial aspirate or 1 - 10 mL CSF


Instructions
Includes culture only. Cryptococcal Antigen Requires separate order and replaces India Ink Preparation. Do not refrigerate.


Transport Container
Sterile tube or leak proof container


Transport Temperature
Ambient




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.