Fungus Culture - (Corneal Scrappings)

Test Name

Fungus Culture - (Corneal Scrapings)

Alternate Description

Corneal Ulcer

Availability

24 hours a day, seven days a week

Lab Section

Microbiology

Critical Value

Growth indicating a positive culture

Summary Test Name

Fungus Culture - (Corneal Scrappings)

Container Microbiology

Corneal Scrapings in special media from microbiology lab at (717) 531-8353

Transport Time

Deliver immediately to lab after collection

Specimen Stability

30 minutes at room temperature

Specimen Transport

Room Temperature

Test Turnaround Time Routines And Stats

Negative at 3 weeks; Preliminary reports issued weekly

Reference Value

No Growth

Test Results

No Growth / Quantity & Identification of yeast or Mold / Fungal MIC performed on request.

Additional Test Information

Media inoculated at bedside by physician.