Culture, Abscess

Test Code
ABCC


CPT Codes
8070

Preferred Specimen
Deep wounds, abscess, aspirates


Instructions
Submit in sterile leakproof container or culturette


Transport Container
Sterile leakproof container


Methodology
Conventional Culture

Reference Range
Negative. Positive cultures will be identified.


Clinical Significance
Useful for the identification of suspected aerobic pathogens.




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