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Amoeba Calcofluor Stain

CPT Code(s): 87206
Specimen Required: Patient Preparation:
Collect: Corneal scrapings or vitreous fluid.
Specimen Preparation: Place corneal scrapings or vitreous fluid in 2 ml of Page's amoeba saline (RDL supply
31917). Available online through eSupply using RDL Connectâ„¢ or contact Client Services at (888) 431-7474.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Stability: Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable
New York DOH Approval Status: This test is New York DOH approved.
Aliases:
  • Acanthamoeba Stain
  • Amoeba calcofluor white
  • Naegleria Stain
  • Stain for Balamuthia mandrillaris