Mycobacteria, Culture, with Reflex MTB Complex, PCR (Client 57357)

Test Code

10067CP

CPT Codes
87206, 87116<br>Restricted Client Code

Preferred Specimen

10 mL sputum collected in sterile leak-proof container

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Instructions

Expectorated Sputum: Instruct patient to gargle with water and cough deeply. Three separate early morning collections on at least three consecutive days are recommended.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Methodology
Continuous Monitoring Broth Culture System & Conventional Culture • Microscopic Exam with Fluorochrome Stain

Setup Schedule

Sets up 7 days a week.

Report Available

Reports in 50 to 51 days.

Clinical Significance

There are more than 70 species of mycobacteria of which the primary pathogen is M. tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is a chronic, granulomatous disease caused by M. tuberculosis. Identification, and, if appropriate, antibiotic sensitivity, is required to initiate necessary therapy.

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.