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Test Code GENC Culture, Genital (with Gram Stain)

Infectious

Specimen Required

Specimen Type: Any source that is part of the genitals and reproductive system (vaginal, cervical, ovary, prostate, scrotum, etc.); a detailed description of the anatomic source is required

 

Container / Tube: BLUE Amies Culturette swab

CPT Codes

87205: Gram Smear

87070: Bacterial Culture, Aerobic

Special Instructions

Specimens must be processed as soon as possible, DO NOT refrigerate

Testing Schedule

Days Performed: Monday through Sunday

 

Times Performed:

*  Set Up / Gram Stain: All shifts, 24 hours a day

*  Cultures: Read on Day Shift only (0600 - 1430)

 

Turn-around Time:

*  Gram Stain: 1 - 2 hours, may be longer depending upon the time of day, workload and staffing

*  Cultures:  

   *  Positive cultures are reported as soon as an organism is detected

   *  Negative or normal cultures will be final at 3 days; preliminary reports are filed daily

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