CULTURE, BAL, QUANTITATIVE (BALC)

Message
Includes gram stain


Test Code
LAB2112


Alias/See Also
BALC


CPT Codes
87071

Preferred Specimen


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Room temperature; transport to lab immediately.




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.