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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3016 Bone Culture, Aerobic Only
LAB3139 Bone Culture, Aerobic & Anaerobic
Test Information
Soft bones will have a gram stain performed, hard bones will not.
Collection Information
If multiple test are requested (bacterial, fungal, mycobacterium) please send a specimen for each test.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | E-Swb-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate (Ambient is acceptable for eSwab only)
Specimen Stability (eSwab)
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
Specimen Stability (Sterile Container)
Refrigerate: 24 hours
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| BONE CULTURE | 602-3 |
| GRAM STAIN | 664-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
4 Days
CPT Code(s)
87070
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)