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Culture, Eye

Test Code
EYEC


CPT Codes
87070

Instructions
Collect specimen using a swab transport system as follows: 1. Remove cap with swab attached. Moisten swab with sterile saline. Note: Do not use a dry swab to collect an eye culture. 2. Collect specimen by retracting lower lid and swab conjunctival surface


Transport Container
Culture Swab Transport


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Methodology
Conventional Culture

Reference Range
Negative Positive cultures will be identified


Clinical Significance
Useful for the detection of suspected aerobic pathogens of the eye.




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