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Test Code LAB7024 FLUOROQUINOLONE RESISTANT ENTERIC CULTURE

Important Note

Screening culture prior to prostate biopsy

Specimen Type

Liquid Amies (ESwab)

Collection Instructions

Collect rectal swab

Turnaround Time

2 Days

Test Schedule

Daily

Specimen Processing

Store and transport at room temperature

Method

Culture

Reference Ranges

No Fluoroquinolone Resistant Enteric Organisms Isolated

Organism ID/MIC

Synonyms

FREC, Rectal Swab, Fluoroquinolone Resistant Screening Culture

CPT Code

87081

Unsuitable Specimens

Stool, urine

Sample Stability

Room Temp: 72 hours

Refrigerated: 72 hours

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