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Culture, Sputum Cystic Fibrosis

Test Code
CFSPU


CPT Codes
87070

Includes
In addition to routine bacterial culture plates, this test will also include media for the selection of Burkholderia cepacia as well as a MRSA/MSSA screening plate


Preferred Specimen
Sputum, bronchial aspirate/washing, sinus aspirate, bronchoalveolar lavage, endotracheal or tracheal specimen collected in a sterile container from a cystic fibrosis patient.


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
5-10 mL sputum


Other Acceptable Specimens
Deep pharyngeal swab


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
  • 15-30C up to 2 hours
  • 2-8C up to 24 hours


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
  • Improperly labeled specimen
  • Specimen receivced after prolonged delay


Methodology
Routine culture

Setup Schedule
M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su


Report Available
Within 3 days of receipt at the performing laboratory.


Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab


Last Updated: January 16, 2025


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.