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Culture, Sputum Cystic Fibrosis
Test CodeCFSPU
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