Culture, Bronch Brush, Smear, Aerobic

Message
Microbiology


Test Code
LAB5210260


Alias/See Also
Bronch Brush Culture, Culture - Bronch Brush, BRC


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen
Collected by MD


Minimum Volume
1 ml Bronch Brush


Instructions
If both Aerobic and Anaerobic needed, order LAB234012 Culture, Bronch Brush, Smear, Aerobic and Anaerobic.


Transport Container
Sterile screw top container


Transport Temperature
Submit within 1 hour at room temperature
Submit within 4 hours if refrigerated


Methodology
Culture

FDA Status
Approved

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Gram stain: Under 24 hours
Preliminary Report: 24 hours
Final Report: 72 hours


Reference Range
No growth


Performing Laboratory
Hoag Newport/ Hoag Irvine



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