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Culture, Abscess

Test Code
ABSCES


Preferred Specimen
Drainage or exudate on culturette


Other Acceptable Specimens
Aspirate of abscess fluid


Transport Container
Sterile leak proof container


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 72 hours for culturette swabs


Setup Schedule
24/7


Report Available
5 days




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.