Culture, Bronch Wash

Test Code
BWASH


Preferred Specimen
5 mL bronch wash fluid.


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Tansport to lab ASAP


Transport Container
Sterile leak proof container.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
If processing of specimen will be delayed, refrigerated specimen.


Setup Schedule
24/7


Report Available
4 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.