Throat Culture
Order Name
C THROAT RT
Test Number: 6002003
Revision Date 02/21/2020
Test Number: 6002003
Revision Date 02/21/2020
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Throat Culture
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Culture |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | See Instructions | Swab | Copan eSwab - White (Regular size) | Room Temperature |
| Alternate 1 | See Instructions | Swab | Copan eSwab - Green (Mini-tip) | |
| Instructions | For Aerobic Cultures Only. Swab the tonsil area thoroughly and behind the uvula. Swabs should be transported at room temperature and setup within 2 days of collection for optimal recovery. Other Acceptable Swabs: Double Tipped Aerobic Swab (Red), Aerobic Swab (White Cap), Anaerobic Gel Swab (Blue Cap). | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 2 Days |
| Clinical Use | Identifies oral pathogens that cause pharyngitis. |
| CPT Code(s) | 87070 |
| Lab Section | Microbiology |