AFB
Alternative name:
Acid Fast Bacillus
Methodology
Special Stains
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Acid Fast Bacteria
Mycobacterial IHC was well adopted with superior clinical performance to AFB and comparable performance to mAFB. It is intended for use in the histological visualization of Acid Fast Bacteria and Tubercle Bacilli.
Specimen Requirements
Collection:
FFPE/un-stained slides/Fresh tissue in formalin
Stability:
Room temperature
Unacceptable Conditions:
Unlabeled specimen/specimen left unfixed
for extended periods
Storage & Transport
Room Temperature
CPT(s)
88312
New York Approved
NO
TAT
1 Day
*The CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only and are based on AMA guidelines The billing party is solely responsible for correct CPT coding.
