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TEST ID FUNSM FUNGAL SMEAR

Important Note

Smear performed from clinical samples for the presumptive identification of yeast and/or fungal elements.  

 

Infectious

Performing Laboratory

NRLS-Microbiology

Specimen Required

BD Eswab collection transport

Specimen in sterile container

Syringe, capped with needle removed

Other acceptable culture swab

Specimen Minimum Volume

For fluids/aspirates:  at least 0.5ml

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type

Temperature

Time

BD Eswab collection transport Ambient 48 hours
Specimen in sterile container Refrigerated 24 hours
Syringe, capped, with needle removed Refrigerated 24 hours
Body fluid in sterile container Refrigerated 24 hours

 

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be provided

Day(s) Performed

Sunday through Saturday

Report Available

Within 24 hours