Test Directory
883 Culture, Mycoplasma/Ureaplasma
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Vaginal, cervical, endocervical, urine, semen specimens and sterile body fluids in BD® Universal Transport Media (UTM).
48hrs 2-8°C
No Growth
Specimen Requirements
Vaginal, cervical, endocervical, urine, semen specimens and sterile body fluids in BD® Universal Transport Media (UTM). Specimens older than 48hrs must be tested by Molecular method (Test code #5414).
Method
Culture
Schedule
Sun-Sat
Turn-Around Time
Held 5 days before reporting unless Ureaplasma and Mycoplasma are positive.
Instructions/Notes
Aseptically remove cap from vial and immerse collected fluids into vial or insert swab into the vial with media. Break swab shaft by bending it against the vial wall evenly at the pre-scored line. Replace cap on vial and close tightly.
Clinical Utility
To detect and isolate Mycoplasm/Ureaplasma organisms.
CPT Codes
87109
