Back to Test DirectoryP210 : Bone/Tissue Culture
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
BONE/TISSUE CULTURE
Methodology:
Bacterial Culture
Clinical Utility:
Bacterial culture is a test that detects and identifies bacteria that cause infections in the designated site . Tissue or bone may become infected with a variety of bacteria. A culture helps to determine whether these sites have become infected, which type(s) of bacteria are causing the infection, and which antibiotic would best treat the infection.
ORDERING:
Test Code:
P210-8
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
Swab-E
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swab-E | 1 | Room Temp | 5 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
ES: Collect specimen with swab then place swab into transport carrier; Label with name and source
Alternative Specimen:
Cup Plain
Billing:
CPT Codes:
87070 x 1, 87075 x 1, 87205 x 1
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
