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Culture, Yeast
| Alternate Test Name: | Fungal Culture - Yeast |
| Dept: | Microbiology |
| SPECIMEN COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS | |
| Specimen: | Varies |
| Collection Notes: | Note source on test requisition and swab. For diagnosis of vaginitis due to Candida, consider the Bacterial Vaginosis Affirm VPIII, ACM Test code:3026. |
| Transport Temperature: | Room Temperature |
| Specimen Volume: | Preferred Volume :Culture Swab Transport Kit |
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Performed: | Monday - Sunday |
| Reported: | 3-5 Days |
| Methodology: | Culture, Fungal (Yeast Only) |
| CPT: | 87102 |
| LOINC: | 18482-0 |
| Stability: | Room Temperature: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable |
| Reference Range: |
No Fungus Isolated. |
| Notes: | Additional tests may be performed based on primary test results and an additional fee may be charged. |