CHRONIC AMBULATORY PERITONEAL DIALYSIS CULTURE & SMEAR

Synonyms:
Computer Code: (CPDCS)
Specimen Collection: Secure port of entry and send entire effluent bag to laboratory.
Minimum Volume: 50 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Transport at room temperature within 24 hours.
Reference Values: No growth. Any organism may be considered a pathogen.
Lab Code: Microbiology
Requisition: MICRO
Test Frequency: Daily
Routine TAT: Neg: 5 days Pos: 2-5 days
Stat TAT: 60 min
CPT Code(s): 87070, 87205
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII