Acid Fast Culture (Blood) (AFBB) | | | |
EPIC Test Name
Acid Fast Culture (Blood)EPIC Code
LAB246Specimen Requirements
Blood |
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Minimum Volume: | 1mL |
Collection: | Collect using standard procedures. |
Transport: | Room Temperature |
Stability: | ≤24 hours |
Container: | MYCO/F-Lytic bottle |
Turnaround Time
Specimen | Turnaround Time | Frequency |
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Blood | Preliminary culture results after 7 days
Final negative culture results available after 56 days | Daily |
Additional Information
Direct smears are not performed.Performed
Lab |
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Microbiology - Downtown |
Test Includes
Contact Information
Microbiology - Downtown: (315)464-6800