Cerebrospinal Fluid Culture

Test ID: CXCSF

CPT code: 87070
LOINC: 606-4
Specimen Type: CSF
Frequency: Setup: Daily;Prelim 24hrs, final 3 days
Instructions: 1.0 ml CSF in sterile container.
Text: Isolate and identify pathogenic organisms causing meningitis, shunt
infection and brain abscess.
Methodology: Conventional culture

Test Name


AMS Laboratory

Get all the details you need relating to the AMS test directory, shipping and courier services, or any additional supplies. AMS will make your experience as quick and convenient as possible.