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Alternate Names
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Mycobacterial Blood Culture, Fungal Culture, Blood Culture for Fungi, Blood Culture for Mycobacteria |
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Test Code
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BC |
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Testing Laboratory
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Microbiology |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Blood Culture Bottle(s) - Fungal
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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This media can be used for culture of both Mycobacterium and Fungi. |
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Collection Instructions
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See Blood Culture MCS for collection instructions. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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As Required |
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Min Test Volume
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1mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
