Aerobic Culture : 1000043

Test Code
AERC or 1000043


CPT Codes
87070, 87205

Includes
Includes Gram Stain.

If culture is positive, identification will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87077 or 87140 or 87143 or 87147 or 87149). Antibiotic susceptibilities are only performed when appropriate (CPT code(s): 87181 or 87184 or 87185 or 87186).


Instructions
Collection is based upon the source.
Collect specimen according to your institution's protocol or call client services.


Transport Container
Depending on the source, acceptable containers include: ACT I, sterile screw capped container, or aerobic/anaerobic swab transport system.


Transport Temperature
Ambient.


Specimen Stability
Transport as quickly as possible.


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday


Report Available
3 days


Reference Range
No growth


Performing Laboratory
med fusion



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.