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CULTURE, EAR

Test Code
EAC


Alias/See Also
EAC


CPT Codes
87070

Includes
Aerobic culture


Preferred Specimen
Ear drainage collected using a Star Swab (pink cap culturette)


Minimum Volume
2


Transport Container
Culture swab (Star Swab)


Specimen Stability
Transport to lab immediately




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.