| Methodology: |
Standard reference procedures for culture and identification, and ITS rDNA Sequencing for select isolates.
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Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 7 days
Preliminary: as soon as positive detected
Final: Negative at 1 week
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Vaginal, fecal and oral cavity specimens (mouth, gums, throat, esophagus, tongue, teeth, etc.) Specimen source is required.
Transport: Specimen in a sterile, leak-proof container at 2-8°C.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Pediatric Collection/Transport:
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Remarks: Vaginal, fecal and oral cavity specimens are routinely processed for a yeast culture, even if ordered as a fungal culture.
Unacceptable Conditions: Nonsterile or leaking containers. Catheter tips.
Stability: Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
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