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CULTURE, STOOL, SHIGELLA, REFLEX

Message
Collect a stool specimen following standard collection techniques and immediately place into a Cary Blair transport container to the fill line. Do not exceed maximum fill.


Test Code
LAB12909 STCX


Alias/See Also
STCX


CPT Codes
87045

Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Specimen must be received within 48 hours of collection Minimum Testing Volume: Cary Blair container up to fill line Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: UnacceptableRefrigerated : 48 hoursFrozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Specimens improperly labeled, submitted in an inappropriate transport container or insufficient volumes.


Report Available
STAT 48-Hours|Routine 48-Hours|Timed 48-Hours


Clinical Significance
1230120230



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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.