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Cerner Test Code
C Ear/Sm
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Culturette, Eswab, aspirate, tissue-sterile container
Processing Instructions
Collect specimen with swab. If fluid, place in a sterile container.
Stability
Stability: Swabs are optimal at 24 hours. Accepted up to 72 hours and should not be Refrigerated Culture is kept for 3 days
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
87070|87205|87077 FOR ID|87186 FOR SUSCEPTIBILITIES, AS INDICATED
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology