A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z #

Anaerobic Culture

Message
An aerobic culture (WC) must always be done at the same time


Test Code
AC


CPT Codes
87075

Includes
If culture is positive, identification will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87077 or 87140 or 87143 or 87147 or 87149).


Preferred Specimen
Tissue or aspirate


Minimum Volume
N/A


Other Acceptable Specimens
ESwab sample of lesion material


Instructions
Aseptically transfer abscess or tissue to a sterile screw top container. If tissue not obtained, an Eswab can be used


Transport Container
Sterile screw top container

or Eswab


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
24 hours at room temp.


Methodology
Cultured under anaerobic conditions

Setup Schedule
When received


Report Available
72 hours


Limitations
  •  



Last Updated: November 28, 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.