Non-sterile or leaking containers, frozen samples, cotton swabs, dry swabs, 24 hour collections (sputum and urine), specimens in formalin or other fixatives. Foley catheter tips and urine. Stool.
Performed
Monday through Friday
Reported
Up to 4 weeks
Performing Lab
Avera McKennan Regional Laboratory
CPT Codes
87102
Methodology
Standard reference microbiology procedures.
Ordering / Collection
Test Mnemonic
CUFUNO
Collect
Preferred: Body fluid, Tissue, Urine, or Respiratory samples
Also acceptable: Swabs are acceptable but not preferred as they provide limited amount of specimen material (exceptions: genital or oral sources)
Source of specimen is required on the transport tube and requisition.
Specimen Preparation
Place a small amount of sterile saline with all tissues to prevent drying.
Non-sterile or leaking containers, frozen samples, cotton swabs, dry swabs, 24 hour collections (sputum and urine), specimens in formalin or other fixatives. Foley catheter tips and urine. Stool.
