Actinomyces Culture
| Abbrev Code: | ACTINOCX | ||
| Order Code: | LAB3261 | Order Name: | Actinomyces Rule Out |
| Methodology: | Anaerobic culture | ||
| CPT Codes: | 87081 x1, 87076 x1 | ||
| Test Includes: | Culture for Actinomyces species only. No other isolates reported. | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed daily. Results are reported within 14 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Specifically request Actinomyces. | ||
| Associated Links: | IDDL (Microbiology/Virology) Collection Container Guidelines |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Various sources |
| Container: | Anaerobic tube |
| Collection Instructions: | Identify source. Specimen should be transported in anaerobic transport media. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Consult with Infectious Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory (IDDL) before cancelling. |
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 (UMMC East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | No Actinomyces species isolated. |
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