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CULTURE AND GST, LYMPH NODE

Test Code
LAB898


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen
Lymph node


Instructions
The specimen should be submitted to the laboratory as soon as possible after collection preferably in less than 1 hour.


Transport Container
swab or sterile container


Setup Schedule
Set Up:Daily Report Available:5 days


Clinical Significance
In chronic lesions, the differential diagnosis includes disease due to actinomyces, brucellae, mycobacteria, and fungi any one of which may be present in small numbers, emphasizing the need to obtain adequate samples for examination and culture.


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.