STAIN FOR NOCARDIA (MODIFIED AFB STAIN)
This special stain identifies Nocardia bacteria in tissue or fluid samples. It helps diagnose nocardiosis, a bacterial infection often affecting immunocompromised individuals.
Also known asStain For Nocardia (Modified AFB Stain) Stain For Nocardia (Modified AFB Stain)
Test details
Preparations
No special preparations needed
Test included
STAIN FOR NOCARDIA (MODIFIED AFB STAIN) includes 2 parameters
- Specimen Source
- Acid Fast Bacilli Smear
Test code
5325
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Aspirate | Plain Sterile Vaccutainer | 2 ML |
| Bal | Plain Sterile Vaccutainer | 2 ML |
| Bronchial Wash | Plain Sterile Vaccutainer | 2 NOS |
| Sputum | Plain Sterile Vaccutainer | 2 |
Specimen stability information
Aspirate, Bal, Bronchial Wash, Sputum
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Every Day TIME - 15:00
Turn around time
Same Day
Performing locations
Department
- Micro Biology
CPT and Loinc codes
STAIN FOR NOCARDIA (MODIFIED AFB STAIN)
Package price
₹500
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