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| Organization: | Sub-Page | ||
| Message Alert: | PLEASE NOTE: This Test Directory is in an interim state and due to changes pertaining to the DynaLIFE transition, performing site for routing has not been updated. Please refer to Laboratory Information System for appropriate routing. | ||
| Test Name/Synonym: | Fungal Culture - Implanted Medical Device, Prosthetic Device - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
| Test Code: | M FUNGAL | ||
| Primary Container: | Sterile Container | ||
| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Acceptable Prosthetic Device specimens: graft, implant, lens, etc. Acceptable Implanted Medical Device specimens: pacemaker leads (pacer tip) or any part of pacemaker, cement from joint revisions, screws or pins from bone reconstruction, pieces of joint reconstruction material (titanium, surgical steel, or plastic), pieces of skull plate. Submit specimen in sterile container. | ||
| Processing: | Store specimen at room temperature. Turnaround time for negative culture: up to 4 weeks. | ||
| Testing Schedule: | Test performed on a daily basis. | ||
| Testing Area: | Microbiology | ||
| Performing Site: | Diagnostic and Scientific Centre | ||
| Additional Test Information: | Indicate specific fungal request on requisition. | ||
