Fungus (Mycology) Culture (LABCORP)

Test Code

99901000232

Alias/See Also

LAB3016: Cryptococcus Culture (Includes India Ink)
LAB2521: Fungal Culture | LABCORP EAP: 008482

CPT Codes
87101x1

Preferred Specimen

LABCORP LAB: STERILE CONTAINER (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1

Other Acceptable Specimens

LABCORP LAB: GREEN TOP- NAHEP: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1
LABCORP LAB: BLOOD CULTURE BOTTLES: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: 1

Transport Temperature

Special Instructions: Indicate the source of specimen on the test request form. Label slide and slide holder. Specimen: Material from infected area Volume: Smear (air-dried) made at bedside or immediately after collection is preferred or one made in laboratory from swab or clinical material. Container: Clean glass slides, swab in transport or clinical material in sterile container Collection: Carefully select material from infected area with a sterile swab. Gently roll swab onto a clean glass slide to make a thin smear. Air dry the slide. Do not fix. Storage Instructions: Maintain specimen at room temperature

Report Available

LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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.