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HelpTest Code AFBCO Culture, Acid-Fast Bacilli (AFB), No Smear
Specimen Requirements
1. Place specimen in a leakproof, sterile container or
submit sterile swab(s).
2. Label container with patient’s information, date and
actual time of collection, and site of collection.
Note: Specimen source is required on request form for processing.
Reference Values
No AFB (acid-fast bacteria) recovered.
Critical value: positive result
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
87015 - concentration
87116 - culture, AFB
87149 - identification by DNA Probe
Secondary ID
HHA1359
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Culture, Acid-Fast Bacilli (AFB), No Smear |
543-9 |
| Specimen | 66746-9 |