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SPUTUM CULTURE (088-0062) Synonyms: Culture, sputum CPT 4 Code: 87070 Test Order Mnemonic: C SP Test Includes: A gram stain to screen for adequacy of specimen, identification of pathogenic organisms and antimicrobial susceptibility testing when appropriate Lab: Bacteriology Request Form: Microbiology Collection: Induced or expectorated sputum in a sterile container. Early AM collected specimens are recommended. Storage Instructions: Refrigerate. Causes for Rejection: Leaking container, more than one specimen submitted within a 72-hour time, specimen contaminated with upper respiratory tract secretions. Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at the Microbiology Processing Laboratory, Room 5.137 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Preliminary report after 1 day, final report after 3 days Specimen: Sputum Volume: 5 ml Minimum Volume: 3 ml Container: Sterile, leak-proof container Revised 12/14/99 by T. Friloux |
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