CULTURE EAR

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: EAR
UPHSM LIS Test #: 6966
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 2 - 3 days
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume:
Temperature: Ambient
Tube Type: Ear swab
Collection Info:
Collect specimen in a "Culturette".

Methods

Conventional Culture Techniques

CPT Codes

87070 Culture
87205 primary stain- gram stain

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

N/A