Bronchial Culture with Gram Stain

Test ID: CXBRA

CPT code: 87070, 87205
LOINC:
Specimen Type:
Frequency: Setup: Daily; prelim 24hrs, final 72 hrs
Instructions: Collect in sterile leakproof container. For biopsy or brush add 1-2mL
nonbacteriostatic normal saline to prevent drying. Do not use formalin.
Text: Used to isolate and identify possible pathogenic organisms.
Methodology: Gram Stain and conventional culture.

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