Histoplasmacapsulatum Identification by DNA Probe
:0062226
Mnemonic: MC HP
Methodology:
Nucleic Acid Probe
Performed:
Sun-Sat
Reported:
Within 2 days
Specimen Required:
Collect: Actively growing fungal isolate in pure culture.
Specimen Preparation: Transport sealed container with pure culture on non-blood containing fungal medium. Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Remarks: Results may be delayed if growth of the organism is inadequate.
Unacceptable Conditions: Mixed cultures or non-viable organisms. Agar plate.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 2 weeks; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: Unacceptable
