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CPOE Test Name
India Ink Smear
Specimen Type
Body fluids
Specimen Requirements
Sterile body fluids only.
Storage and Transport
Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within 1 hour.
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling; delay in transport; non-sterile container; improper specimen
Reference Range
No encapsulated yeast seen.
Critical Values
positive exam
Test Consists
India ink exam
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Methodology
India Ink Stain [microscopic]
CPT / HCPCS Code
87210