87209 Smear complex stain
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: complex stain, combination stain, modified stain
Microscopic examination of stained smears using complex staining procedures combining multiple staining techniques to visualize specific microbial structures.
Clinical Context
Used when standard or single special stains are inadequate for organism visualization. Includes modified acid-fast and other combination procedures.
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