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Culture, Ear, Smear

Message
Microbiology


Test Code
LAB942


Alias/See Also
Ear Culture, Culture Ear


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen


Minimum Volume
1 swab


Instructions
HHI LAB: Send swab to HHNB at Room Temp.
STAT gram stains will be read at HHI.
Routine gram stains will be read at HHNB.


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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