Test Code CBM Bone Marrow Culture
Additional Codes
LAB1230031
Methodology
Presumptive and definitive identification of microorganisms by gram stain and colony morphology growth on selective media and biochemical panels. Includes susceptibility testing as needed, at an additional charge.
Performing Laboratory
Sky Lakes Medical Center-Microbiology
Specimen Requirements
Transport Specimen in a sterile container STAT to the Laboratory for processing. Specimens for AFB must be tranported in sterile green lithium heparin tube.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 1 hour
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87070
Reference Values
No Growth