Tissue Culture

Test Code
LAB271 1230100180


Alias/See Also
TISSUE CX
CULTURE
AEROBIC


CPT Codes
87070

Includes
CULTURE
GRAM STAIN RESULT


Preferred Specimen
Tissue


Other Acceptable Specimens
Tissue
Fine Needle Aspirate
Bone


Transport Container
STERILE CONTAINER


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Performing Laboratory
MWH LAB



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.