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| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | FUCUL |
| EPIC | LAB10070 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Diagnosis of fungal infection.
Significant isolates reflex to organism identification. Additional charge applies.
Includes microscopic exam.
For culture of fungi from skin, hair or nails order Culture, Fungus, Dermatophytes.
Method Name
Conventional Culture
Reference Values
No growth
If positive, fungus will be identified.
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Positives are reported when detected
Specimen Type
Varies
Preferred Container
Screw-Capped Sterile Vial
Specimen Collection and Handling
1. Obtain specimen from infected site.
2. Place specimen in a screw-capped, sterile container.
3. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth or medical record number, date and time of collection, collector’s initials and SPECIMEN SOURCE.
4. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Varies
Room Temp: 24 Hours
Note: Maintain at room temperature.
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 87102 | Culture, Fungi (Mold or Yeast) Isolation, with Presumptive Identification of Isolates, Other Source (Except Blood) | |
| 87106 | Culture, Fungi, Definitive Identification, Each Organism, Yeast | if Indicated |
| 87206 | Smear, Fluorescent and/or Acid Fast Stain for Bacteria, Fungi, Parasites, Viruses, or Cell Types |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Maximum Laboratory Time
28 Days
Keywords
CULTURE, NOCARDIA
DERMATOPHYTES
FUNGUS CULTURE
MYCOLOGY, CULTURE
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Culture Swab Plus
Remel BactiSwab