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HelpTest Code LAB6925 CULTURE GENITAL WITH GRAM STAIN
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.