Fungal Culture and Susceptibility Test (Blood and Bone Marrow Aspirate)Inclusion:1. Giemsa Stain (for suspected Histoplasmosis only)
Specimen:
Blood
Volume/Quantity:
• 1-2 mL (for RITM prepared Blood Culture Broth)
• As per manufacturer’s instruction (for commercially prepared Blood Culture Broth)
Schedule of Collection:
Prior to antifungal therapy
Collection/Storage/Handling/Transport:
Collection: Collect aseptically and inoculate in Blood Culture Broth (BCB) and mix by swirling
Storage: If ? 2 hours, store at Room Temperature
: If > 2 hours, incubate at 36±1°C (maximum of 48 hours)
Handling: Observe Triple Packaging Guidelines
Trans
Running Day:
Daily
Cut off Day and Time:
Not Applicable
Note: during weekends, holidays and after office hours, specimens are received in the clinical laboratory
Turnaround Time:
4 weeks
Fee:
₱3,500.00
Status:
Available
