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Test Code LAB0001458 Organism Referred for ID and/or Susceptibility

Methodology

 MALDI-TOF Identification.  Vitek 2 - Minimun Inhibitory Concentration (MIC).

 Billed when a pure culture organism on culture plate is referred for identification.

Performing Laboratory

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Pure isolate

Container/Tube: Proper Agar Plate

Collection Instructions: Bacteria must be in pure culture and actively growing.

Additional Information: Specimen source is required.

Sensitivity performed on selected pathogenic organisms grown unless notified otherwise.

Reference Values

ID results are site dependent.

Sensitivity pattern varies with organism.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87088 (ID Urine)

87077 (ID Other)

87186 (Sensitivity)