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Cerner Test Code
C Gen/Sm
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Culturette or eswab
Processing Instructions
Collect specimen with swab or aspirate fluid. Send at Room Temperature.
Stability
Stability: Swabs are optimal at 24 hours Accepted up to 72 hours
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
87070|87205|87077 FOR ID|87186 FOR SUSCEPTIBILITIES, AS INDICATED
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology
Rejection Criteria
Culture is kept for 2 days. Does not include Neisseria gonorrhea.