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Gram Stain

Test Code
GRAM


Preferred Specimen
Culturette Swab or 1 -2 mL fluid


Instructions
Test includes microscopic Examination of Gram Stained Smear for the presence of microorganisms. This test should not be ordered if routine culture, CSF Culture or Sputum Culture is ordered. (The Gram Stain is already included with these cultures). Collection procedure is same as the culture of the specific site. Gram Stain is not reliable for diagnosis of cervical, rectal, pharyngeal or asymptomatic urethral gonococcal infection or for diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Rejection criteria: Dried out Swab; Slide sprayed with Cytology Sprayed with Cytology Fixative.


Transport Container
Culturette Swab or Plastic Leak proof container


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.