Test Code LAB90987 Environmental Culture, OP Autoclave
Additional Codes
44025
Reporting Title
Environmental Culture, OP Autoclave
Performing Laboratory
OhioHealth Laboratory Services-RMH Microbiology
Specimen Requirements
Proof
1. Autoclave proof per package directions.
2. Label package with location from where specimen was obtained and date and actual time of collection.
3. Forward promptly at ambient temperature only.
Note: Specimen source is required on request form for processing.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO
Reference Values
No growth
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87070 - culture
87077 - definitive identification, each (if appropriate)