Pseudonyms
MAC, Mycobacterium, M. tuberculosis (TB) culture and microscopy
Collection Requirements
Bronchial Alveolar lavage (BAL) collected in sterile container
Tube Colour
Yellow top universal
Requires own tube?
No
Department
MicrobiologyAvailability
Weekdays, after hours page Medical Microbiologist
Fee
Medicare rebatable
Test code: AFB
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