Acid-Fast Bacillus (AFB) Stain, Sputum

a.k.a.  Acid fast Stain, Acid-fast (Mycobacteria) Smear, Acid-Fast Smear for Mycobacterium, AFB Stain, AFS, AFS, Auramine-rhodamine stain, AR Stain, Auramin-rhodamine stain, Smear, Acid-Fast Bacilli (AFB)


Test information includes:

  • LOINC codes
  • diseases the test is often used to detect or monitor
  • overview of the test
  • utility - when/why/how the test is used
  • specimen collection methods/procedures
  • testing methodology
  • usual turnaround time
  • interpretation of test results
  • reference ranges for test results (normal, abnormal, etc.)
  • diagnosis and billing codes
    • ICD-10-CM
    • ICD-9-CM
    • CPT
  • additional or related tests
  • references - more information about the tests
  • web resources - additional online information about the test
  • search by test name, synonym, LOINC code, disease or CPT/ICD code
  • filter by Methodology or Specimen Type
  • auto-suggest search terms

This product also includes Laboratory Decision System (LDS) rankings. LDS uses a proprietary ranking system that enables healthcare providers to correctly select and order the most relevant tests based on diseases, symptoms, and ICD-10 codes.

Access to this feature is available in the following products:
  • Medical Lab Tests w/LDS Ranks

SAMPLE PAGE showing data for:  ABO Group and Rh Typing


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