Acid-Fast Bacillus (AFB) Stain Only
CPT Code(s): | 87206; if concentration performed, add 87015 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect: Sputum or other respiratory specimen. Specimen Preparation: Transfer 5-10 mL specimen to a sterile container (Min: 1 mL). Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag. Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 2 weeks |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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