Test Directory
875 Gram Stain
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Urethral discharge, other wound or fluid sources collected with YourSwab™ (BD ESwab) or Culture Swab
48hrs Room Temp
Normal Flora
Specimen Requirements
YourSwab™ (BD ESwab) or Culture Swab
Method
Stain
Schedule
Sun-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24hrs
Instructions/Notes
Cleanse the surface of the open wound or urethral area with a non-antiseptic soap, sterile water or saline. Avoid adjacent skin areas.
Indicate source of specimen on both test requisition and specimen transport device.
Also see Appendix, Microbiology Specimen Collection.
Indicate source of specimen on both test requisition and specimen transport device.
Also see Appendix, Microbiology Specimen Collection.
Clinical Utility
To identify the presence and general type of microorganisms in a sample taken from the site of suspected infection or a sample of microorganism grown in culture so that further identification tests can be performed and appropriate treatment can be given.
CPT Codes
87205
