Test Code LAB7004 Culture, Gynecological (Placenta) with Gram Stain
Intended Use
Used to isolate and identify infectious organisms from gynecological collection sites.
Methodology
Conventional Culture Technique/Conventional Gram Stain Procedure
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Acceptable Specimen: Placental Tissue or Swabs
Specimen Stability
Forward Promptly at Ambient Temperature only
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87205 - Gram stain
87070 - Aerobic culture
87075 - Anaerobic culture