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Sputum Culture

Test Code
MSPU


CPT Codes
87070, 87205

Preferred Specimen
Expectorated, Induced or Suctioned Sputum


Minimum Volume
Optimal volume >5 mL/1 mL minimum


Transport Container
Sterile Screw cap container or screw cap sputum collector


Specimen Stability
Room Temperateure: <2 hours
Refrigerated: Up to 24 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Specimen with <25 WBCs and >10 Epi cells per lpf


Performing Laboratory
This test is performed at the following locations:
  1. MercyOne Dakota Dunes Medical Laboratory



Last Updated: September 14, 2022


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.