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Culture and Sensitivity, Genital

Test Code
CXGEN


Preferred Specimen
1 - 2 mL Fluid


Instructions
Routine vaginal specimens are discouraged due to presence of high number of commensal flora. Specimen will be screened for Neisseria gonorrhea and Group B Streptococci (GBS). (For optimal method of detecting GBS, See Vaginal Group B Strep.)


Transport Container
Sterile tube or culturette


Transport Temperature
Ambient




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.