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HelpTest Code LAB3317 INDIA INK
Additional Codes
Internal: 10643
External: INDIA
Beaker: LAB3317
PERFORMED AT
SBH LABORATORY
Specimen Requirements
Container Type: Sterile container.
Specimen Type: CSF
Preferred Volume: 1 mL
Emergency Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Processing: Store and transport at Room Temperature.
Unacceptable: Swab in culturette.
Method
Light Microscopy
Synonyms
Fungus Stain, Ink, Fungal Stain
CPT Codes
87210
Department
Microbiology
Test Schedule
Daily at SBH Laboratory
Turnaround Time
24 hours
Remarks
India Ink is automatically done as part of Fungus Cultures for CSF.