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Test Code C Tissue CULTURE, TISSUE

Patient Preparation

See Collection Instructions

Special Collection Instructions

Submit specimens in saline to keep moist. Do not allow specimens to dry out.

Collection Method

Follow appropriate collection procedures

Minimum Volume

None

Container

Sterile specimen container

Preferred Specimen

  • Biopsy
  • Bone
  • Graft
  • Lymph Node
  • Tissue

Reference or Target Ranges

Negative – No Growth

Reportable Units

Positive-Growth
Negative-No Growth

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

Other:                           

QNS, contaminated, Improperly labeled, Improper specimen type

Specimen Stability

Ambient

15 Minutes

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed

Daily

Expected Turn Around Time

Synovial, Joint Tissue: 2-14 Days

Other: 2-5 Days

Stat Availability

No

Performing Bench

CRMC Microbiology

Additional Information / Important Notes

Culture includes Gram Stain

Special Handling

Submit in a labled sterile container.
For small samples, add several drops of sterile saline to keep moist
Do not allow to dry out.
NOTE: Do not submit swab that has simply been rubbed over the surface of the tissue.

Methodology/Method Description

Culture

CPT Codes

87070