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Epic EAP: LAB897
Epic Description: CULTURE, AEROBIC
Synonym
Wound Culture
Aerobic Culture
C & S
Collection Limitations
Unacceptable sources for Aerobic culture: Blood, Bone marrow, Urine, Tissue, Respiratory, Sputum, NP, or stool.
Specimen Type
Varies
Specimen Required
Primary Source: Any Appropriate Body Site
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
E-swab collection device |
1 swab | 1 swab |
| Alternate | Culturette (for aerobic collections) | 1 swab | 1 swab |
Alternate Source: Body Fluid Aspirate
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Sterile Container |
1.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Alternate | E-swab collection device | 1.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
E-swab – 48 hr.Culturette – 24 – 48 hr.
Instructions for Collection and Transport
E-swab – after swab sample is taken, the swab applicator shaft is broken off at the colored breakpoint indication line by bending the shaft on the side of the tube allowing the swab to fall into E-swab transport tube. Discard handle of swab. Replace tube’s screw cap into a funnel shaped molded docking receptacle in cap.
Culturette – crush ampule once swab has been inserted into collection device.
Performing Lab
Microbiology Lab
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
Maximum of 5 days
CSR Storage Requirements
Deliver specimen to laboratory.
CPT Code Information
87070