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CSF Culture II
Test Code1278
CPT Codes
87015, 87070, 87205<br /> **For Hospital use only**
Includes
Culture and a Gram Stain
If the Culture is positive, an identification and sensitivity will be performed at an additional charge.
If the Culture is positive, an identification and sensitivity will be performed at an additional charge.
Preferred Specimen
2 mL CSF submitted in a sterile, leak-proof container
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Instructions
Transport CSF specimens overnight express at room temperature. Do not refrigerate.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Culture • Gram Stain
Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 4 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
