Fungal, Sputum

Fungal, Sputum
Data	Value
Method	Culture
CPT Code	87102
Preferred Specimen	Sputum
Other Acceptable Specimens	None
Required Specimen Volume	>5 mls sputum
Minimum Specimen Volume	>2 mls sputum
Specimen Container	Sterile Container
Specimen Identification	Label container with patient’s first name, last name and DOB include date and time of collection.
Special Instructions	Indicate specimen source on requisition slip Collect sputum in the early morning. Collect 5-10 mls into a sterile container. Include any pertinent clinical information on requisition.
Shipping Requirements	Store and ship at refrigerated temperature. Specimen may be stored for 12-14 hours at 4° C.
Sample Rejection Criteria	Leaking Specimen Inappropriate specimen transport Unlabeled specimen(s) Mislabeled specimen(s)
Turn-around-time	4 weeks