CULTURE, BACTERIAL, DRAINAGE FLUID without gram stain

Synonyms: Drainage Fluid Culture
Computer Code: (DRACO)
Specimen Collection: JP drain or surgical drain fluid. For "incision and drainage" see wound or aspirate. Do not collect from reservoir. Disinfect collection tubing. Aseptically aspirate fluid from tubing. Submit in sterile, leak proof cup.
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Transport at room temperature within 24 hours.
Reference Values: No growth. Identification and/or susceptibility performed if indicated.
Lab Code: Microbiology
Requisition: MICRO
Test Frequency: Daily
Routine TAT: Neg: 2 days Pos: 1-3 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 87070
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII