| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Urine in sterile container |
Without Preservative: 48hrs Refrigerated With Preservative: 72hrs Room Temp or refrigerated |
No Growth/Normal Flora |
Specimen Requirements
20 mL ( 3 mL minimum) of urine (clean catch, voided or catheterized) collected in a sterile screw capped leak-proof container stored at 2-8° C OR in a boric acid transport container stored at 20-25°C.
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Method
Culture
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Schedule
Sun-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
48-72hrs
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Instructions/Notes
Ensure that lid is tightly closed to prevent leakage/test cancellation.
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Clinical Utility
To detect urinary tract infections; to determine which specific bacteria are present, and to isolate and grow the bacteria for subsequent antibiotic susceptibility testing.
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CPT Codes
87086
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted. |
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