CULTURE, CARBAPENEMASE RESISTANT ENTEROBACTERIACIAE (CRE) SCREEN

Message

If CRE screening is positive, sample will reflex to Molecular for confirmation testing. The five genes are IMP, VIM, NDM, KPC, and OXA48.

Test Code

KPCSC

Alias/See Also

KPC; CRE; CRE Screen; Klebsiella pneumoniae

CPT Codes
87081 Culture; 87077 reflex if organism ID is needed; 87186 reflex if sensitivity is needed; 87185 reflex if CRE screen is needed; 87150 reflex if Molecular is needed

Preferred Specimen

eSwab Flocked Swab (used for general aerobic and anaerobic collections)

Instructions

Document source

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Methodology
Routine culture

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Report Available

Final report available within 2 days of set up.

Reference Range

Negative

Clinical Significance

Screening culture for patient colonization of CRE organisms. Used for infection control purposes.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMIC (Microbiology)

Last Updated: June 6, 2023

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.