84160:FUNGUS (MOULD) IDENTIFICATION
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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Methodology: |
Standard reference procedure for mould identification and/or ITS rDNA sequencing. |
Edit Date: |
8/6/2009 |
Performed: |
Monday-Friday |
Released: |
Varies |
CPT Code: |
87107-90 |
Specimen Collection Details |
Collection: |
Viable mould in pure culture on fungal medium slant. |
Handling: |
Indicate source of organism. Additional patient history such as occupation, history of travel or residence abroad, and any animal contacts may be helpful. |
Stability: |
1 month ambient |
Transport: |
Ambient. Send organism in double container according to Infectious Substance Shipping Guidelines. |
Rejection Criteria: |
Nonviable organism; mixed cultures; leaking container; organism submitted on an agar plate. |