Reference Interval:
Susceptible, intermediate, or resistant.
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| Interpretive Data: |
Susceptibility testing is performed by CLSI approved broth microdilution method.
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| Note: |
An additional handling fee will be billed for all organisms submitted that are not in pure culture as indicated in the specimen requirements.
The following agents will be tested: amikacin, amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, cefepime, ceftriaxone, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, doxycycline, imipenem, linezolid, minocycline, moxifloxacin, tigecycline, tobramycin, and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. Selective reporting by organism.
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| CPT Code(s): |
87186
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Cross References: |
Nocardia Susceptibility Panel (Antimicrobial Susceptibility - Nocardia)
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