Susceptibility Testing, Aerobic and Facultative Anaerobic Organism
| Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | BD Phoenix or Disc Diffusion |
| CPT Code | 87184 |
| Preferred Specimen | Pure Culture Isolate |
| Other Acceptable Specimens | None |
| Specimen Container | Culture Media (Chocolate or Blood Agar) |
| Specimen Identification | Label with patient’s first and last name, DOB and date/time of collection. |
| Special Instructions | Indicate specimen source on requisition slip. |
| Shipping Requirements | Store and ship at room temperature. Transport to lab as soon as possible. |
| Sample Rejection Criteria |
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| Turn-around-time | 48 Hours |