Organism Identification, AFB
Test Mnemonic
OIDAFB
CPT Codes
- 87116 - QTY (1)
- 87118 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- AFB ID
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Unspecified | Isolate of organism | Agar slant | Ambient |
Stability
Environmental Condition | Description |
---|---|
Ambient | 2 weeks |
Refrigerated | 1 month |
Frozen | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
16 weeks
Reference Range
Special Info
Indicate on test order: Original date of collection, specimen site, any pertinent preliminary identification information and telephone number including extension where report may be called if necessary. Contraindications: Lack of viability, culture mixed or contaminated. Multiple identification procedures may be required, with the following CPT codes billed as applicable: MALDI-TOF 87118, DNA Probe 87149, and Sequencing 87153. Antimicrobial susceptibilities are performed upon request. A separate order must be placed for this utilizing the test code, AFB Susceptibility (AFBSUS).
Clinical Info
Identification of Mycobacterial species