| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Fluid in collection syringe | 24 Hours, Room Temp | No Growth |
Specimen Requirements
Aspirate may be transported to Pathology, Inc. in collection syringe. Remove needle and recap syringe to prevent leakage.
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Method
Culture
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Schedule
Sun-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
48-72 hrs
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Instructions/Notes
Hold specimen at room temperature (never refrigerate). Transport to Pathology, Inc. as soon as possible.
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Clinical Utility
To grow, isolate and identify organism casing infection of bone joints; to determine the likelihood that a particular antimicrobial agent will be effective in stopping the growth of the bacteria causing infection.
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CPT Codes
87071
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted. |
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