Culture, Eye

Test Code
LAB943


Preferred Specimen
Eye drainage or fluid


Instructions
Submit in syringe with sterile cap or swab


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
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Methodology
Manual



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.