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HelpTest Code LAB12011 Gram Stain
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Collection Requirements
Collection technique is dependent upon the individual source of the specimen.
See the appropriate culture procedure for individual specimen requirements and nursing specimen collection procedures.
Indicate source.
Primary Collection Container
Varies with individual cultures.
Transport
See individual cultures.
Processing
See the appropriate culture procedure for individual specimen requirements.
Stability
Varies with individual cultures.
Methodology
Gram Stain
Performed
Sunday – Saturday
Reported
24 hours
CPT Codes
87205
Unacceptable Conditions
See individual cultures.
Additional Information
Gram Stains are generally a rountine part of a culture and do not need to be ordered separately.