Antifungal Susceptibility Testing, Flucytosine
Also known as: Fungal Susceptibility Testing
Use
This test is used to determine the susceptibility of yeast isolates to antifungal agents.
Special Instructions
Patients should consult with their healthcare provider prior to sample collection to ensure proper handling and shipment of specimens.
Limitations
This test is limited to the detection of susceptibility of fungal species to flucytosine. Resistance mechanisms outside the scope of this test may affect therapeutic outcomes. This test cannot determine susceptibility to fungal species not included in the testing panel or for which breakpoints have not been established.
Methodology
Culture-based
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Specimens should be collected according to healthcare provider instructions and handled appropriately to ensure viability for testing.
Causes for Rejection
Improper specimen handling or inadequate specimen volume may result in rejection.
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