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HelpTest Code MBF Culture, Blood and Bone Marrow Fungal
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB5126 |
|---|---|
| NBS code | LBC01232 |
| Service code | 23034 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following
| Preferred: |
| Dark Green Top |
Specimen Type: Whole blood or bone marrow
Container/Tube: Heparin tube, green top
Volume: 3.0mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0mL
Collection Instructions: 2 tubes (3 mL each) for systemic fungi culture
Specimen Stability and Condition
| Specimen Type | Whole blood or bone marrow |
|---|---|
| Transport Condition | Submit sample to lab immediately (ambient) |
| Refrigerate | Acceptable up to 1 day |
| Unacceptable Condition | Frozen samples |
| Special instructions | Do not share samples with other requests |
Methodology
Conventional Culture
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 7 - 32 days
Reference Interval
No fungal growth after 30 days.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Diagnosis of Fungemia.
Update
Last updated 22/7/2026
LOINC Code Information
580-1