CULTURE, EAR w/reflex SUSCEPTIBILITY | |
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Test Code: 307 | Specimen Collection: Swab |
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Collection Notes: The exact site where the specimen was collected must be specified. Acceptable ear specimens include: tympanocentesis fluid, aspirates, or scrapings. Susceptibility testing will be performed at an additional charge. A swab is not the specimen of choice for the diagnosis of otitis media infections because it will not reach the infected area. | |
Clinical Utility: This culture is used to isolate pathogens that are responsible for ear-related infections. | |
CPT Code: | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Bactiswab Ambient 48 Hours Sterile Container/ Tube Ambient 48 Hours |