Methodology
Culture
Specimen Type
See Collection Instructions
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01528
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
28-30 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Throat swab, Lung tissue, Pleural fluid, Pericardial fluid, Nasopharyngeal aspirate or swab or Bronchial lavage/wash (BAL)
Container Type
Viral Media
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 48 Hours; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received in M4RT; Sputum
Test Volume Required
1:1
Minimum Test Volume
1:1
Processing Instructions
Indicate source in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
CPT Codes
87109
Revised
09-27-22