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Additional Codes
LAB268
Collection Method
Lumbar puncture or CSF shunt
Minimum Volume
3ml
Container
Sterile CSF Tube
Acceptable Specimens
Sterile CSF Tube
Reference or Target Ranges
No growth
Reportable Units
Growth or No Growth
Critical Value
Positive growth
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | ASAP |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | N/A |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | N/A |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | Daily |
| Expected Turn Around Time | 3 – 7 days |
| Stat Availabilty | No |
| Performing Bench | CPH Microbiology |
| Methodology/Method Description | Culture |
CPT Codes
87070
Last review/edit date
March 2024