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Test Code CXTHR Culture, Throat

Additional Codes

Epic EAP: LAB228

Epic Description: CULTURE, RESPIRATORY -THROAT

Specimen Required

Primary source: Throat

  Collection Container Preferred Volume Minimum Volume
Preferred

E-swab collection device

1 swab 1 swab
Alternate Culturette (for aerobic collection) 1 swab 1 swab

 

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 the E-swab transport tube. Discard the handle of the swab. Replace tube's screw cap into a funnel-shaped molded docking receptacle in cap. 

For culturette: Crush ampule in culturette to moisten swab. 

Remote Locations: Transport culurette or Eswab vial refrigerated on freeze packs.

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