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HelpTest Code LAB21056 Candida auris Screen PCR
Department
Microbiology
Collection Requirements
Swab (Bilateral axilla/groin)
Primary Collection Container
Eswab
Transport
Swab Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Reference Range
Not Detected
Methodology
Real-Time PCR
Performed
Monday-Sunday
Reported
As completed
CPT Codes
87481
Unacceptable Conditions
Samples Collected not using Eswab collection kit.
Additional Information
Positive results indicate that the patient is colonized with C. auris. This test is not intended to diagnose or monitor treatment of C. auris infeciton. Additional samples may be needed if antimicrobial susceptibility testing is needed.