Acid Fast Smear Only
Alternate Names
Acid Fast Smear Only
SoftLab Order Code
AFBSM
Epic Order Name
AFB SMEAR ONLY
Epic Order ID
LAB266
Laboratory
Raleigh
Additional Test Information
Acceptable Sources:
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Respiratory:
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Sputum, bronchial washings and bronchial brushings in sterile containers with no additives
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Preferred volume is 5-10 ml but less is acceptable.
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Three sputum samples should be collected 8-24 hours apart and should include at least one first morning specimen
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Urine:
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Collect in a sterile container. First morning specimen is preferred
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24-hour collection is not acceptable
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Stool:
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Collect in a sterile container with no additives.
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Stool for AFB may only be ordered on HIV positive patients
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Blood:
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Other:
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Body fluids, tissues, drainage and aspirates collected in sterile containers with no additives are acceptable.
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Preferred minimum volume is 5 ml but less is acceptable.
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Sample Type
Varies - See additional test information
Collection Container
Sterile container
Collecting Volume
10.0 ml
Minimum Collecting Volume
5.0 ml
Storage or Stability
Ambient; refrigerated if transport to lab is delayed >1hr. May be refrigerated for 24 hours.
Causes for Rejection
ESwab
Instructions
Acid Fast Smear can only be ordered on previously positive smear patients to monitor progression of treatment. If patient has not had a positive smear, please order AFB Culture and Smear
TAT
<b>STAT direct smear</b> : usually within 1 hour of receipt in the laboratory <p><b>Routine direct smear :</b> 24 hours</p>
CPT Codes
87206