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Test Details

Candida auris screen

General Info:

Description:

The Candida auris screen test is a diagnostic tool used to identify the presence of the fungal pathogen Candida auris. In clinical settings, Candida auris is acknowledged as one of the pathogens that frequently exhibit resistance to antifungal treatments. Healthcare professionals utilize this test to detect the organism, aiding in the selection of appropriate antifungal therapy.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Bronchial Alveolar Lavage (BAL), Sputum, Sput Induced, Trach Asp, U Suprapubic, U Pedibag, U CleanCatch, U Cath, U Midstream, U Ureter, U Kidney, U Nephrost, Wound, Swabs

Container Type: 

Swabs

Volume: 

N/A

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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