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Catalog ID Cul Nocardia Nocardia Culture without Weak Acid Fast Stain

CPOE Test Name

Nocard

Synonyms

NOCARD

Specimen Type

Aspirates, sputum, tissue, bronchial brushing, tracheal aspirate

Specimen Requirements

Aspirates, sputum, tissue, bronchial brushing, tracheal aspirate

Causes for Rejection

Use of non-sterile container; delay in transport; improper labeling; receipt of tissue in formalin; swabs; Leaking containers

Turn Around Time

Final negative culture report in 4 weeks.

CPT / HCPCS Code

87070

Performing Lab

Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807

Storage and Transport

Transport at room temperature to Microbiology Laboratory within 30 minutes of collection. Do not refrigerate.

Reference Range

No Nocardia isolated.

Methodology

Culture on selective and non-selective media.

Test Consists

Nocardia culture without a direct weak acid fast stain.

Critical Values

positive cultures