61350:THROAT CULTURE

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61350:THROAT CULTURE
Methodology:	Culture
Edit Date:	1/10/2008
Performed:	Daily
Released:	Preliminary at 24 hours. Final at 48-72 hours.
CPT Code:	87070
Specimen Collection Details
Collection:	Throat specimen using Routine Culture transport swab.
Stability:	24 hours ambient. Unstable frozen.
Transport:	Ambient.
Comments:	If Beta streptococcus is isolated, it will be typed for groups A, C, and G. Potential pathogens will be identified. Additional charges may be added for these tests.
Rejection Criteria:	Delayed transport; frozen specimen; swab not in transport media.