Additional Info:
If indicated, further testing considered medically appropriate will be reflexed, resulting in additional charges.
Methodology: Multiple methodologies
Specimen Requirements: Unacceptable specimen:
Specimen in viral swab.
Fluid or Tissue (preferred specimen):
10 mL of fluid or 2 gm of tissue from the affected site in a screw-capped, sterile container. Refrigerate specimen after collection. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.
Swab:
A swab specimen in a Culturette® may also be submitted. Refrigerate specimen after collection. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.
NOTE: CULTURE SITE IS REQUIRED ON REQUEST FORM FOR PROCESSING.
Analytical Time:
Preliminary report: 1 day
Final report:
Positive: =2 days (Reports may take 7 days or more for normally sterile specimen sites.)
Negative: 2 days
Days Set Up: Monday through Sunday
CPT Information:
87070 – culture
87205 – gram stain