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HelpTest Code C CF Cystic Fibrosis Culture
Performing Laboratory
| Memorial Hospital -Microbiology Laboratory | 304-388-9353 |
Specimen Requirements
Entire collection in a sterile container/E Swab
Specimen Type - Sputum, Throat swab, Bronch wash, Endotracheal
Specimen Rejection
- Improperly labeled, collected, stored, and transported
- Quantity not sufficient
- Non CF patient
Storage and Stability
Transport to the Microbiology Lab ASAP or refrigerate
When culture is delayed, successful isolation of pathogens is less likely
Reference Values
No growth
Methodology
Culture
Days Test Set Up and Turnaround
Monday-Sunday, Continuously
Turn-around time is 5-7 days
CPT Coding
87070