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CF Respiratory Culture

Message
This test is for cystic fibrosis patients only.


Test Code
CFRESC


Alias/See Also
Cystic Fibrosis Respiratory Culture


CPT Codes
87081,87070

Preferred Specimen


Sputum, BAL, Tracheal Aspirate, or Throat Swab (for pediatric patients only)




Minimum Volume
1.0 mL


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Non-cystic fibrosis patient samples


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Prelimary results updated daily.  Final result in 3 to 7 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.