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Pneumocystis carinii stain
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | |
| Performed by | Cytology (Dept. of Pathology) |
| Method | PAP and Gomori methenamine silver (GMS) stains |
| Collection Instructions | Complete a Non-Gyn Cytology Requisition and deliver with sample. From 0800-1630 deliver sample to M-545. After 1630 deliver to clinical laboratory processing, 5th floor Moffitt. |
| Container type | Sputum cup, Lukens trap |
| Sample type | Sputum, Bronchalveolar lavage (BAL), Bronchial wash |
| Processing notes | If received on a Microbiology requisition forward it and sample to M-545. |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | PCP; Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia |
| Last Updated | 9/8/2012 2:17:01 PM |
| Entry Number | 1159 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667