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I D Of Organisms

Test Code
IDENT


CPT Codes
87077

Preferred Specimen

Fresh Isolate of Organism 18-24 hrs old.



Instructions

Source of specimen is required.



Transport Container

Sealed plated or tubed culture media



Transport Temperature
RT


Specimen Stability
Dependent on the age of the culture and the fastidious nature of the organism.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Improperly labelled; Improper storage/transport


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Daily upon receipt


Report Available
3 days


Reference Range

SEE REPORT



Clinical Significance

Organisms are evaluated according to clinical significance. If appropriate, the genus and species will be determined. The clinical significance of an isolate varies with the body site of origin and clinical symptoms manifested.





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.