Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD59570Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Culture, Yeast with Direct Fluorescent KOH
Also known as: Yeast Culture, Thrush, Candida
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test is used to detect yeast organisms by direct fluorescent KOH smear and culture. It aids in diagnosing yeast infections by visualizing fungal elements in specimens and confirming culture growth when present.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Culture-based
Biomarkers
Targets not provided.
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 18482‑0
- 21003‑9
Result Codes
- 21003‑9
- 18482‑0
Result Turnaround Time
7-10 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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