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HelpTest Code CATH TIP CX Culture, Catheter Tip
Additional Codes
LAB224
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Collection Method
Follow appropriate collection procedures
Container
Sterile container
Specimen Type
IV Cath Tip, Port catheter tip
Minimum Volume
approximately 4-5 cm
Specimen Stability
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type, foley catheters |
Reference or Target Ranges
No growth
Reportable Units
Growth or No Growth
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Ambient | 2 hours |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | Daily |
| Expected Turn Around Time | 2 days |
| Stat Availabilty | No |
| Performing Bench | CPH Microbiology |
| Methodology/Method Description | Culture |
CPT Codes
87070
Last review/edit date
2025