Methodology
Microscopic Examination; Morphology; Molecular and Biochemical Identification; MALDI-TOF
Specimen Type
Culture Isolate
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
4-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Pure isolate collected on an agar slant in a double-walled container
Container Type
Agar Slant
Collection Instructions
Pure isolate collected on a plate or swab is also acceptable. Determined by viability. Stability varies with isolate.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp Only
Rejection Criteria
Non-viable; Frozen isolate
Test Volume Required
1 slant, plate or swab
Minimum Test Volume
1 slant, plate or swab
Processing Instructions
Indicate original culture specimen ID and source in comment, on specimen and on batch sheet.
Included Tests
Susceptibility will be performed. Additional ID may be performed. DNA Sequencing and Direct Probe are additional ID methods. If the organism cannot be identified by the original method or if there are multiple organisms, either may be performed. Possible addon codes: 92265, 92266, 90323, 92269.
CPT Codes
87106
Revised
8/13/25
Initials
SA