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Test Code LAB268 CSF Culture & Gram Stain

Test Performed By

Cayuga Medical Center, Main Laboratory

Container Name

CSFVIAL

Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed

Monday through Sunday; Continuously

List Price

$143.00   Identification and susceptibility will be done, as applicable, with an extra charge

CPT Codes

87070 | 87205

Temperature

Ambient

Specimen Collection Instructions

Submit in sterile container. Tube #1 is not acceptable for culture. Transport to lab as soon as possible. Leave at room temperature until processed.

Clinical and Interpretive

This assay is useful in identifying the bacteria responsible for infections of sterile sites. Any microorganism found is considered significant and is reported.