CSF Culture

Test Code
6070


Preferred Specimen
Body Fluid - Cerebrospinal Fluid


Minimum Volume
Collect CSF in an appropriately labeled collection container(s) and transport to the laboratory within 30 minutes of collection.


Transport Temperature
Collect CSF in an appropriately labeled collection container(s) and transport to the laboratory within 30 minutes of collection.




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.