CULTURE, VIBRIO

Test Code

VIBRC

Alias/See Also

Vibrio culture

CPT Codes
87046

Includes

Note: This culture does not include a gram stain

Preferred Specimen

Para-Pak C & S vial

Minimum Volume

5mL feces

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Preserved stool: room temperature up to 24 hours; unpreserved stools: 2-8°C up to 24 hours

Methodology
Routine culture

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F

Report Available

Final report available within 2 days of set up.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMIC (Microbiology)

Last Updated: June 6, 2023

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