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HelpTest Code TISSUE CX Culture, Tissue, Smear with Anaerobes
Additional Codes
LAB898
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Collection Method
Follow appropriate collection procedures
Container
Sterile Cup, NO fixatives
Specimen Type
Bone or tissue biopsy
Minimum Volume
None
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 2 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | Do not refrigerate |
Reference or Target Ranges
No Growth
Reportable Units
Growth or No Growth
Critical Value
Any 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, swab received |
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
2025