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Fungus Culture (Sterile Fluids)

Test Code
12220


CPT Codes
87102

Includes
If positive, an identification will be performed at an additional charge.


Preferred Specimen
1 mL CSF submitted in a sterile leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Sterile body fluid, such as bursa or pleural fluid


Instructions
Do not freeze


Transport Temperature
CSF: Room temperature
Body fluids: Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 30 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.