Culture, Eye Special

Test Code
EYEC


Alias/See Also
Eye Culture, Special


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen
1. Collect specimen from eye using a culture swab.

2. Label specimen appropriately.

Note: Specimen source is required.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Methodology
Culture, Conventional Technique

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range

No growth



Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department



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.