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Stool Culture

Message
Includes Gram Stain


Test Code
CUST


CPT Codes
87045, 87205, 87427, 87449

Preferred Specimen
Stool Container


Other Acceptable Specimens
Cary-Blair


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
<24 hrs Refrigerated


Methodology
Culture, and Antigen

Reference Range
No Salmonella/ Shigella / No Campy Ag No Shiga I or II Toxin


Performed By
RFGH Laboratory

Performing Laboratory
RFGH Laboratory



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.