Culture, Genital Tract, Female (Cervical, Urethral, and Vaginal)
Data | Value |
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Method | Culture (Gram Stain for Vaginal only) |
CPT Code | 87070 Vaginal Culture will receive Gram Stain CPT 87205 |
Preferred Specimen | Swab in transport media Source: Cervical, Urethral or Vaginal |
Other Acceptable Specimens | None |
Specimen Container | Culture collection swab |
Specimen Identification | Label transport tube with patient’s first and last name, DOB and date/time of collection. |
Special Instructions | Indicate specific specimen source on requisition slip. Include any pertinent patient medical history and indicate the suspected diagnosis. |
Shipping Requirements |
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Sample Rejection Criteria |
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Turn-around-time | 72 hours |