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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