Test Directory
855 Culture, Skin
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Specimen from the infected site collected with YourSwab™ (BD ESwab) or Culture Swab
24hrs Room Temp
Up to 48hrs Refrigerated
Up to 48hrs Refrigerated
No Growth/Normal Flora
Specimen Requirements
Specimen from the infected site.
Method
Culture (aerobic)
Schedule
Sun-Sat
Turn-Around Time
48-72 hrs
Instructions/Notes
For YourSwab™ (BD ESwab) collection: Transfer collected specimen into the vial, making sure that the sample is in contact with the transport media.
Clinical Utility
To detect skin infection, to determine which specific bacteria are present, and to isolate and grow the bacteria for subsequent antibiotic susceptibility testing.
CPT Codes
87071
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted.
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted.
