Test Code C CSF Culture CSF + Smear
Cerner Test Code
C CSF/Sm
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
CSF in sterile screw cap tube.
Processing Instructions
Place CSF in a sterile screw-cap container. Tube #2 is recommended for CSF culture. Specimen kept 5 days.
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
87070|87205|87077 FOR ID|87186 FOR SUSCEPTIBILITIES, AS INDICATED
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology