Fungus (Mycology) Culture
Also known as: Blood Culture, Fungus, Culture, Fungus (Mycology), Fungus Blood Culture, Fungus Culture, Blood, Mold Culture
Use
Isolate and identify fungi. Blood: establish the diagnosis of fungal infections including fungemia, fungal endocarditis, and disseminated mycosis in patients at risk for fungal infections.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
A single or multiple negative fungal blood culture does not rule out disseminated fungal infection. In cases where a disseminated or deep fungal infection is suspected despite negative blood cultures, more invasive procedures such as tissue biopsy or bone marrow aspiration for fungus culture should be considered to obtain accurate results.
Methodology
Culture-based
Biomarkers
Aspergillus fumigatus
Microorganism
LOINC Codes
- 580-1 - Fungus Spec Cult
- 580-1 - Fungus Spec Cult
- 17947-3 - Fungus Spec Cult org #2
- 17948-1 - Fungus Spec Cult org #3
- 17949-9 - Fungus Spec Cult org #4
Result Turnaround Time
30-42 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (Fresh)
Volume
1 cm3
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
sterile screw-capped container
Collection Instructions
Surgical specimen in sterile container. A small amount of sterile nonbacteriostatic water should be added to prevent drying.
Storage Instructions
Maintain at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Unlabeled specimen, name discrepancy, specimen submitted with needle attached, prolonged transport.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Refrigerate nonsterile respiratory specimens. |
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