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Culture, Eye (and Gram Stain) (Reflex)

Message
Reflex: Perform identification and sensitivities upon clinically significant organisms.


Test Code
EYE


Preferred Specimen
Swab


Instructions
Swab of eye surface of conjunctival discharge: STATE SOURCE. Order a body fluid culture for aspirates of vitreous fluid or abscessses.


Transport Container
Transport swab


Transport Temperature
Room temp. up to 12 hours, refrigerated up to 36 hours


Reference Range
Normal Flora


Clinical Significance
Recovery of bacteria from the external surface of the eye, especially the conjunctiva, may support clinical evidence of infection.




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.