Culture, Genital

Test Code

CUGEN

Preferred Specimen

See Microbiology Collection Instructions in Special Instructions for detailed information.

Acceptable Specimens:

Cervix, cul-de-sac fluid, endocervix, penis, placenta, urethra, or vagina

Specimen source is required.

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: Fluid

Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions: Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Specimen Type: Genital swab

Container/Tube: Sterile swab in sterile culture transport tube

Specimen Volume: Swab

Collection Instructions:

1. Return swab to transport tube to ensure specimen preservation.

2. Label tube with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Specimen Type: Tissue

Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions: Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Performing Laboratory
Sarasota Campus Lab

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.