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ACID FAST STAIN
Number 700
CPT Code 87206
Alias MYCOBACTERIA, ACID-FAST, AFB, TB
Specimen Container Sterile Container
Specimen Type Sputum, Fluid
Turn Around Time 24-72 Hours
Days Performed 
Reference Range Negative
Alternate Specimen Whole blood, tissue, CSF, bone marrow, urine, stool, biopsy of skin
Volume 5 mL Sputum or Fluid
Stability Ambient N/A
Stability Refrigerated 72 Hours
Stability Frozen N/A
Patient Preparation 
Methodology 

Flourescence microscopy

Limitations 
Rejection Criteria 
Additional Instructions 
Performing Laboratory Reference Laboratory
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Covid-19/Influenza Combination Test

We are pleased to share with you that Primex is now offering the Combo test for COVID-19 and Flu. We are also now separately offering the Influenza A&B NAAT test.

The Los Angeles County Public Health Department states the following, People with flu may have a range of symptoms which are identical to symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, muscle body aches, headache, fatigue, vomiting and diarrhea. So offering this combo test could provide important medical care information to the ordering provider and to the patient.

Primex leadership is pleased to offer this service enhancement to our current and prospective clients.

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Covid-19/Influenza Combination Test

We are pleased to share with you that Primex is now offering the Combo test for COVID-19 and Flu. We are also now separately offering the Influenza A&B NAAT test.
The Los Angeles County Public Health Department states the following, People with flu may have a range of symptoms which are identical to symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, muscle body aches, headache, fatigue, vomiting and diarrhea. So offering this combo test could provide important medical care information to the ordering provider and to the patient.
Primex leadership is pleased to offer this service enhancement to our current and prospective clients.