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ACID FAST BACILLI SMEAR (088-0009) Synonyms: AFB smear CPT 4 Code: 87206 Test Order Mnemonic: C AST Applies to: Acid fast bacilli stain of sputum Lab: Mycobacteriology Request Form: Microbiology Storage Instructions: Refrigerate; transport as soon as possible Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at the Microbiology Processing Laboratory, Room 5.137 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Direct Smear: 3 hours if priority is STAT Special Instructions: Direct AFB smears are available Monday-Sunday, 8 AM-3 PM for patients in the Emergency Department or clinics. Smears are routinely performed as part of an AFB culture for most specimens. If the direct smear is needed on a STAT priority, mark the requisition as STAT and notify the Mycobacteriology Laboratory (772-3310) Specimen: Sputum Volume: 1 mL Container: Sterile container Critical Values: Positive AFB smear Test Method: Auramine (FA) stain Revised/reviewed 07/25/2008 by T. Friloux |
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