| Test Name | AFB DIRECT SMEAR |
| Mnemonic | AFBD |
| CPT | 87206 |
| Department | Microbiology |
| Container | STERILE CUP |
| Handling | Specimen: Aspirate, sputum, body fluids, tissue in sterile containers. Unacceptable conditions: Nonsterile or leaking containers, dry materials, dry swabs, and syringes with needle attached. Stability: Ambient: 2 hours Refrigerated: 48 hours Processed daily. TAT: 24 hours |
| Component | |
| Methodology | Fluorescent stain |
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| Required Information | |
| Reported | 1 day for stain, 2-6 weeks for culture (if indicated) |
| Note | Culture (send out) required for identification of positive stains. |
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