|
|
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z # |
Gram stain
Message
Test must be ordered "STAT" for results within one hour.
Test Code
GRAM
CPT Codes
87205
Preferred Specimen
Swabs, sputum, bronchial washings, body fluids, tissue
Transport Container
Culture transport device, sterile leakproof container, prepared slide
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Slides in a fixative.
Methodology
Microscopic Examination
Clinical Significance
The gram stain is a rapid, preliminary test to identify bacterial infections and a guide for initial antibacterial therapy.
Last Updated: March 14, 2011
