Overview
EPIC Code:
- LAB3177
Soft Test Code:
- CXAUR
Alternate Names
- auris
- C. auris
- candida
- candida auris
- Candida Screen
- MDRO
Specimen Collection & Preparation
Specimen Requirements
ESwab - Liquid Amies Fluid
Alternate Specimen
TransportAndStorage
2 hours Ambient
24 hours Refrigerated
Collection Instructions
Swab Axilla and Groin Collection Method:
- Rub both sides of the swab tip over the left axilla skin surface and then the right, targeting the crease in the skin where the arm meets the body (i.e., swab both armpits, swiping back and forth ~5 times per armpit).
- Then with same swab, rub both sides of the swab tip over the left groin skin surface, targeting the inguinal crease in the skin where the leg meets the pelvic region and repeat with the right side (i.e., swab the skin of both hip creases swiping back and forth ~5 times per hip crease).
Minimum Volume
Neonatal Volumne
Clinical Interpretation
Reference Range:
No Candida auris isolated at 7 days
Methodology:
- Manual
Production Schedule
Sites Performed
- Parkview Regional Medical Center
Days Performed
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Departments
- Microbiology
Turn Around Time
7 to 8 days
Coding & Compliance
CDM
01412719; 01412721
CPT Coding
87102 (Reflex 87106)