Respiratory Culture and Stain
Order Name
C RESP RTS
Test Number: 6002001
Revision Date 07/02/2003
Test Number: 6002001
Revision Date 07/02/2003
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
|
Respiratory Culture and Stain
|
Culture |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL | Respiratory specimen | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 3 Days |
| Clinical Use | Identifies aerobic bacterial pathogens in sputum or bronchial specimens. |
| CPT Code(s) | 87070 |
| Lab Section | Microbiology |