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HelpTest ID FCASO Caspofungin (Cancidas)
Infectious
Special Instructions
Method Name
CLSI Broth dilution
Reporting Name
Caspofungin (CAS)Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Required
Container/Tube: Agar slant or other appropriate media
Specimen Volume: Organism in pure culture
Complete and submit with specimen:
1. Fungus Testing Lab request form
Collection Instructions:
1. Organism must be in pure culture, actively growing
2. Place specimen in a large infectious container (T146) and label as an etiologic agent/infectious substance.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Ambient | ||
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday
Performing Laboratory
U.T. Health Science Ctr San AntonioCPT Code Information
84999 - Unlisted Chemistry Procedure (Refer to patient report to apply the appropriate CPT code in place of this unlisted CPT code based on specimen source.)
87188 - mould - MIC microdilution or agar dilution (if appropriate)
87186 - yeast - MIC microdilution or agar dilution (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FCASO | Caspofungin (CAS) | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z2188 | Source | 31208-2 |
| Z2187 | Received As (Organism) | Not Provided |
| Z2189 | Result | Not Provided |
| Z2193 | Interpretation | Not Provided |