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Culture Wound (Superficial) (Wound (Superficial) Culture)

Message
Includes Gram stain & aerobic culture


Test Code
CXWDS


Preferred Specimen
Non-gel swab OR Gel based swab


Instructions
Testing Frequency: Daily.


Transport Container
XNG Swab (Non-gel)


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 48 hours at room temp


Methodology
Routine culture



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.