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Test Code LAB4534 CULTURE, WOUND, SUPERFICIAL

Important Note

Includes gram stain and aerobic culture

Infectious

Specimen Type

Source: Any superficial anatomical site (including superficial wound, lesion, blister, boil, cellulitis, folliculitis, boil, skin)

Specimen: Eswab, swab w/amies gel, swab w/liquid stuart (sponge)
 

Turnaround Time

3 Days

Test Schedule

Daily

Sample Stability

Room temp: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
 

Method

Gram Stain, Aerobic Culture, Organism ID and Susceptibility if applicable

Reference Ranges

Gram Stain: No organisms seen, organisms present

Culture: No growth, positive for Growth

 

Synonyms

Superficial wound culture, Superficial Wound, wound, skin, aerobic, culture

CPT Codes

87070, 87205

Test Components

Source; Gram Stain; Culture, Superficial Wound.

Specimen Processing

Store and transport at room temperature.

Collection Instructions

For lesions and wounds, remove superficial flora by decontaminating skin before collecting a specimen.