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India Ink Prep

Message
SRHC Clients:

Do not transport this specimen through the translogic system.


Test Code
INK


Alias/See Also

India Ink on CSF
Other sources: sputum, pus, tissue, BA
 




Preferred Specimen
CSF


Other Acceptable Specimens
Sputum, pus, tissue, BA


Transport Container
0.5 mL CSF in sterile tube


Specimen Stability
Transport to lab ASAP


Methodology
Microsopic exam

Report Available
1-3 hours




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.