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Yeast Identification [39507X]
Test Code43026
CPT Codes
87106
Includes
Additional identification may be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87106).
DNA Sequencing and Direct Probe are additional identification methods. If the organism cannot be identified by the original method or if there are multiple organisms, either may be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): DNA sequencing 87153, Direct Probe 87149).
DNA Sequencing and Direct Probe are additional identification methods. If the organism cannot be identified by the original method or if there are multiple organisms, either may be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): DNA sequencing 87153, Direct Probe 87149).
Preferred Specimen
Pure culture of fresh isolate on an agar slant in a double-walled container
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Stability varies with isolate
Refrigerated: Stability varies with isolate
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Stability varies with isolate
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Mixed culture • Non-viable isolate
Methodology
Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight, Phenotypic
Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 4-7 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance
Yeast causes a variety of infections. This test is intended for identification of yeast from a pure culture.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Dr
Chantilly, VA 20153
