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Culture, Body Fluid
Test Code7145
CPT Codes
87070-Culture; 87205-Gram stain
Preferred Specimen
Container/syringe
1. If aspirated in a syringe, replace needle with a sterile, rubber cap.
2. Label container/syringe with patient’s name (first and last) and date and actual time of collection.
Note: Specimen source is required.
1. If aspirated in a syringe, replace needle with a sterile, rubber cap.
2. Label container/syringe with patient’s name (first and last) and date and actual time of collection.
Note: Specimen source is required.
Minimum Volume
1 mL of body fluid
Other Acceptable Specimens
Acceptable Specimens: Amniotic, ascitic, bile, paracentesis, peritoneal, pleural or spinal fluid
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday
Reference Range
No growth or indigenous flora for site cultured
Clinical Significance
Useful for isolating and identifying pathogenic bacteria causing infectious processes from body fluid.
Performed By
CoxHealth
