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HelpTest Code SSF1 Nocardia Stain, Varies
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Nocardia StainSpecimen Type
VariesNecessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect a raw specimen.
Reject Due To
| Blood Bone marrow Fixed tissue Viral transport media (including but not limited to M4, M5, BD viral transport media, thioglycolate broth) Environmental specimen Wood shaft or charcoal swab Prepared slides, glass slides, microscope slides |
Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Specimen Retention Time
Raw specimens: 2 to14 daysReport Available
1 to 2 daysReference Values
Reported as positive or negative
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TISSR | Tissue Processing | No, (Bill Only) | No |
Useful For
Detecting Nocardia species and other partially-acid fast aerobic actinomycetes in clinical specimens
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, tissue processing may be performed at an additional charge.
CPT Code Information
87206
87176-Tissue processing (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SSF1 | Nocardia Stain | 21003-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SSF1 | Nocardia Stain | In Process |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.