AFB Smear AF SM
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Acid Fast Bacilli Smear |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Acid Fast Bacilli Smear |
EPIC Order Name |
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Clinical Info |
Due to limited sensitivity of acid-fast smears, culture is highly recommended for laboratory diagnosis. |
Specimen Type |
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Specimen Volume |
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Container |
Smear |
Collection Instructions |
See individual culture test listings. |
Transport Instructions |
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Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Fluorochrome Stain |
Days Performed |
Monday through Sunday |
Performing Laboratories |
Northwell Health Laboratories - Little Neck Parkway |
CPT |
87206 |
PDM |
6201000 |
Result InterpretationNo acid-fast bacilli seen by flourochrome stain. Due to limited sensitivity of AFB smears, the smear result should be used as an adjunct in evaluating patients tuberculosis status. Examination by culture is highly recommended for laboratory diagnosis. |
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