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HelpTest Code LABQUAN Quantitative Tissue Culture
Synonym
- BKR QUANTITA
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Source: Tissue
Special Instructions: Transport specimen to laboratory as soon as possible.
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 24 hours
Rejected Due To
- Tissue placed in saline or water
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Reflex Test
| Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|
| MALDI-TOF | No | No |
| Susceptibilities | No | No |
Reference Values
No growth
Method Description
Tissue is weighed, serially diluted, and cultured for exact colony count.
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
2 to 3 days
Reporting Name
Quantitative Culture
CPT Code Information
87071
87077 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
6463-4
11546-9