Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD36692Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Culture, Fungus, other than Hair, Skin, Blood, with Fluorescent KOH
Also known as: Fungus Culture, Sputum Fungus Culture
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
The prompt detection of fungus in clinical samples is extremely important for inpatient management. Disseminated fungal infections are increasing in prevalence, and fungus cultures are essential for the isolation and subsequent identification of the causative agents.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Targets not provided.
Result Turnaround Time
28-30 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Other
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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