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ENDOTRACHAEL CULTURE & STAIN

Message
The specimen should be submitted to the lab as soon as possible after collection, preferably in less than 1 hour.


Test Code
LAB3610


Alias/See Also
LAB5643


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen
Sterile Cup


Minimum Volume
1 ml


Transport Container
Sterile Cup


Setup Schedule
Set Up:Daily Report Available:3 days


Clinical Significance
Useful in the differential diagnosis of bacterial pneumonia


Performing Laboratory
GBMC MAIN LAB (443-849-2314): 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.