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Sputum Smear

Test Code
14206


CPT Codes
87205

Preferred Specimen
3 mL sputum submitted in a sterile, leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
> 1 mL


Instructions
Instruct the patient to gargle with water and then cough deeply to collect deep respiratory specimen.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Not established
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: Not established


Methodology
Smear

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: Next day


Clinical Significance
Test Code is for a smear to evaluate epithelial cells in a sputum specimen.




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.