Susceptibility, Antimicrobial, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, MIC Panel

Test Code
94587


CPT Codes
87181 (x4), 87185

Includes
Beta-Lactamase, Cefixime, Ceftriaxone, Ciprofloxacin, and Ofloxacin


Preferred Specimen
Pure culture isolate, safely contained


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Gradient Diffusion

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 4-6 days


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report




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.