Bacterial Identification
Sunquest Code: | IDC | ||
Epic Code: | LAB3559 | Epic Name: | Bacterial Identification |
Test Includes: | Identification of a specific bacterial isolate. | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed 24 hours/day; results are reported within 2-6 days. | ||
Special Instructions: | Specify body site on request form. Mycobacteria are sent to reference laboratory for identification. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Agar slant or plate inoculated with fresh pure subculture of the organism |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Store at room temperature. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. Must arrive within 24 hours. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Infectious Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory (Fairview Range - FRMC, UMMC-East Bank) |
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