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SPUTUM CULTURE & STAIN

Test Code
LAB900


CPT Codes
87070,87205

Patient Preparation
Sterile Container

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


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Set Up: Daily Report
Available:3 days


Clinical Significance
Useful in the differential diagnosis of bacterial pneumonia


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.