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HelpTest Code ACTMMM Actinomyces Culture, Varies
Additional Codes
MAYO: ACT
EPIC: LAB5262
Reporting Name
Actinomyces CultureUseful For
Diagnosing anaerobic Actinomyces involved in infections
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesShipping Instructions
Specimen should arrive within 72 hours of collection.
See Infectious Specimen Shipping Guidelines in Special Instructions for shipping information. Specimens must be transported in anaerobic transport vials.
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Anaerobe Transport Tube (T588)
Specimen Type: Abscesses, intrauterine devices, percutaneous transtracheal aspirates, sterile body fluids, suprapubic aspirations, wounds
Specimen Volume: Entire specimen
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Ambient | 72 hours |
Reference Values
No growth
Identification of probable pathogens
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
87075-Actinomyces culture
62258-Id MALDI-TOF Mass Spec Anaerobe (if appropriate)
87153-Anaerobe identification by sequencing (if appropriate)
87176-Tissue processing (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ACT | Actinomyces Culture | 9816-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ACT | Actinomyces Culture | 9816-0 |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISAN | Anaerobe Ident by Sequencing | No, (Bill Only) | No |
| TISSR | Tissue Processing | No, (Bill Only) | No |
| RMALA | Id MALDI-TOF Mass Spec Anaerobe | No, (Bill Only) | No |
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed and charged separately.
Report Available
14 to 20 daysReject Due To
| Other | Swab Refrigerated or frozen specimen |
Method Name
Conventional Culture Techniques