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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB242 Fungus Culture, Blood
Collection Information
DO NOT SPIN
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | NaHep4-R | 3.0 | |
| Bone Marrow | Blood, Venous | NaHepBM | 3.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: n/a
Frozen: n/a
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| FUNGUS CULTURE BLOOD | 601-5 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
4 Weeks
CPT Code(s)
87103
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)