Acid Fast Stain
Test Schedule
Lab | Lab section | Days | Turnaround |
---|---|---|---|
WADDL - Pullman | Bacteriology | Mon-Fri | 1-2 days |
Price:
$13.00
Description
The acid-fast stain is a differential stain used to identify acid-fast and partial acid-fast organisms such as members of the genus Mycobacterium & Nocardia.
Specimens Required
- Swab
- Tissue
- Exudate
- Prepared slide
Sampling Requirements
For additional information on how to collect and submit a sample please visit our Submit a Sample page.
Collection Container
- Sterile, leak-proof container
Packing Instructions
For additional information, please visit our Packing and Shipping page.
Special Instructions
Ordering Instructions
For online test ordering please visit our Submit a Sample page for additional information.
To submit a specimen without submitting through our online portal please see our Forms page for fillable forms and further instruction.