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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB943
Collection Information
Corneal scrapings and intraocular fluid specimens should be inoculated directly to plated media and slides (obtained from the Microbiology lab).
Collect conjunctiva specimens in an Eswab.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | E-Swb-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Ambient or Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
Frozen: n/a
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| EYE CULTURE | 609-8 |
| GRAM STAIN | 664-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
2 Days
CPT Code(s)
87070
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)