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Pharmacy Surface Sampling
MessageThis test is for quality assurance purposes. This test is in compliance with USP 797 Guidelines. It is not intended for patient testing.
Test Code
PHSUR
CPT Codes
87070
Preferred Specimen
Media plate TSA CONTACT (RODAC) with lecithin and tween (Lecithn and Polysorbate 80) 15x65mm. Item # 709721
Other Acceptable Specimens
None
Instructions
Specimens are collected in pharmacy and transported to the laboratory for monitoring.
A Pharmancy Sterility QA Order Form for EACH test must be included.
A Pharmancy Sterility QA Order Form for EACH test must be included.
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Stable at Room Temperature.
Send to laboratory as soon a possible.
Send to laboratory as soon a possible.
Report Available
Culture status reported on days 3 and 8 unless bacterial and/or fungal growth detected.
Clinical Significance
Positive cultures for bacterial or fungal growth are reported with enumeration of up to 50 CFU.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Additional Information
Pharmacy Sterility QA Order Form
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

