Lab Test Details
Lab Test Details
SIM
40645
CPT
87206
Synonyms
Mycobacteria Stain, AFB Smear, Tb Smear
Specimen Type
Miscellaneous
Container
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Volume
1 ml
Additional Information
Swabs specimens not recommended
Patient Preparation
Specimen Processing Instructions
Transport Requirements
Room Temp
Specimen Stability
>1 hr Refrigerate
Rejection Criteria
Insufficient volume. Incorrect labeling or identification
Reference Range
No AFB Seen
Critical Value
Smear Positive for AFB
Test Includes
AFB Smear
Methodology
Fluorescent Microscopy
Testing Frequency
Daily. Direct Smear results available in 24 hrs.
Reviewed By
Amanda Blackwell
Reviewed Date
02/01/23
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