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SYNOVIAL FLUID CUTURE & STAIN

Test Code
LAB4039


CPT Codes
87070

Includes
Includes isolation of potentially pathogenic aerobic and anaerobic organisms, gram stain, and susceptibility testing on aerobic isolates, if indicated. Specimen source is required on request form for processing.


Preferred Specimen
Synovial Fluid


Minimum Volume
1.0 mL


Transport Container
Sterile container


Setup Schedule
Set Up:Daily Report Available:5 days


Clinical Significance
Fluid for bacteriology testing should be collected from a site representative of the active disease process.


Performing Laboratory
GBMC Microbiology



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.