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Stool Culture

Order Code
9924011
CPT
87045, 87046
Test Details
TAT

72 hours

Methodology

Conventional culture (if Identification and/or sensitivity needed, then instrumentation is Vitek 2)

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Detects bacterial pathogens in stool, commonly used in cases of diarrhea.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 g or 1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile,leak proof container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 2 days
Order Code
9924011
CPT
87045, 87046
Test Details
TAT

72 hours

Methodology

Conventional culture (if Identification and/or sensitivity needed, then instrumentation is Vitek 2)

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Detects bacterial pathogens in stool, commonly used in cases of diarrhea.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 g or 1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile,leak proof container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 2 days