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HelpTest ID SSF1 Nocardia Stain, Varies
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesNecessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect a raw specimen.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Reported as positive or negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
CPT Code Information
87206
87176-Tissue processing (if appropriate)
Report Available
1 to 2 daysReject Due To
| Blood Bone marrow Fixed tissue Viral transport media (including but not limited to M4, M5, BD viral transport media, thioglycolate broth) Environmental specimen Wood shaft or charcoal swab Prepared slides, glass slides, microscope slides |
Reject |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TISSR | Tissue Processing | No, (Bill Only) | No |
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, tissue processing may be performed at an additional charge.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.
Secondary ID
87294Useful For
Detecting Nocardia species and other partially-acid fast aerobic actinomycetes in clinical specimens