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Yeast Identification
Test Code39507
CPT Codes
87106
Includes
Additional identification may be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87106).
If the organism cannot be identified by the original method or if there are multiple organisms, then identification by DNA Sequencing may be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87153).
If the organism cannot be identified by the original method or if there are multiple organisms, then identification by DNA Sequencing may be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87153).
Preferred Specimen
Pure isolate collected on an agar slant in a double-walled container
Transport Container
Agar slant in a double-walled container
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Mixed culture • Non-viable isolate • Received frozen
Methodology
Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight, Phenotypic
Setup Schedule
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-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
| 33608 Ortega Highway |
| San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |
Last Updated: November 6, 2024
