CULTURE, NOSE

Test Code
CULTURE, NOSE


Preferred Specimen
Swab


Instructions
Insert swab about one inch into nose, gently rotate against nasal mucosa and remove. Used mainly for Staph carriers.


Transport Container
Swab with transport medium.




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.