Methodology
Phenotypic; Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight
Specimen Type
Culture Isolate
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB09002
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
4-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Pure Isolate in an Anaerobic transport tube and bag
Container Type
Agar Slant
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 72 Hours; Refrigerated: 72 Hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Mixed culture; Non-viable isolate
Processing Instructions
Indicate original culture specimen ID, and source in comment, on specimen and on batch sheet.
CPT Codes
87076
Revised
09-26-22