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Test Code C RTN Culture Routine + Smear

Cerner Test Code

C Rtn/Sm

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Culturette or eswab

Processing Instructions

Fluid or aspirate is preferred specimen. Place fluid or aspirate in sterile container. Collect swabs with eswab or Culturette swab.

Stability

<48 hr optimal, 72 hr accepted room temp

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

Rejection Criteria: Refrigerated

 

Note: Refrigeration of specimens may inhibit recovery of fastidious organisms. Recollect or notify lab if specimen has been refrigerated.