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Quant BAL Culture

Test Code
3040002570


Alias/See Also
1231700020


CPT Codes
87071

Includes
QUANT BAL CULTURE
AEROBIC CULTURE GRAM STAIN


Preferred Specimen
Sterile Container


Instructions
Fluid obtained by means of bronchoalveolar lavage in sterile container


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 4 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours


Methodology
Biomerieux MYLA

Reference Range
Normal flora


Performing Laboratory
LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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