| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Various sources collected with YourSwab™ (BD ESwab) or Culture Swab |
24hrs Room Temp Up to 48hrs Refrigerated |
No Growth |
Specimen Requirements
For YourSwab™ (BD ESwab) collection: Transfer collected specimen into the vial, making sure that the sample is in contact with the transport media.
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Method
Culture (aerobic)
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Schedule
Sun-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
48-72 hrs
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Instructions/Notes
Clean away any dead or scabby material before collecting specimen. Transfer collected aspirate into the vial, making sure that the sample is in contact with the transport media.
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Clinical Utility
To detect a bacterial wound infection, 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
87071
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted. |
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