Ordering Recommendation
To aid in management of patients with cystic fibrosis.
Mnemonic
MC CYST
Methodology
Culture/Identification
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Varies
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Sputum from cystic fibrosis patient.
Specimen Preparation
Transfer sputum to a sterile container. Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions
Multiple specimens (more than one in 24 hours).
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval
Normal respiratory flora.
Identification and susceptibility tests are performed on pathogens.
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
Standard
Note
Identification and susceptibility tests are billed separately from culture. Testing is limited to the university of Utah Health Science Center only.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87070
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
0060130 | Culture, Cystic Respiratory | 623-9 |
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Aliases
- Culture, Cystic Respiratory
Cystic Respiratory Culture