ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Yeast Identification : 0063998

Mnemonic: MC YSTID

Methodology: Standard reference procedures and/or ITS rDNA Sequencing for yeast identification
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: 3-7 days
Specimen Required: Collect:  Actively growing yeast, in pure culture, on agar slant. Specimen source is preferred.

Transport:  Organism in pure culture in a sealed container at 20-25°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:  Additional patient history may be helpful.

Unacceptable Conditions:  Nonviable organisms, mixed cultures, and leaking containers.

Stability:  Ambient: 2 weeks; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
Complete identification of clinically significant isolates.
Interpretive Data:

Please refer to Statement B in the Compliance Statements section in the front of the Laboratory Test Directory.
Note: An additional handling charge will be billed for all organisms submitted for identification that are not in pure culture as indicated in the specimen requirements.

Testing to differentiate C. albicans and C. dubliniensis is performed only on isolates from sterile body sites.

Identification of referred isolates is performed and billed by the extent of tests required for identification.
For identification by ITS rDNA Sequencing only, order Yeast Identification by ITS rDNA Sequencing (0060756).
CPT Code(s): 87106
 
 

 

 

 
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