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Antimicrobial Combination Synergy, 2 Drugs
Test Code16404
CPT Codes
87181 (x4)
Preferred Specimen
Pure culture of previously identified bacteria submitted on agar slant, plate, or bacterial transport swab
Other Acceptable Specimens
Swab of the isolate
Instructions
The identification of the isolate and the two drugs to be tested are required. Missing information may cause testing delays.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Determined by viability
Refrigerated: Determined by viability
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Determined by viability
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Received frozen
Methodology
Antibiotic Gradient
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 4-7 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
33608 Ortega Highway |
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |