| Test CODE | NAME |
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VRE
Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) Culture Only
| Methodology: | Culture |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 1-2 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Bacterial swab transport, Urine in urine culture transport, Stool in fecal C&S transport vial.
Specimen Preparation: One swab from each site, Urine culture transport filled to fill line, OR Fecal culture transport. Storage Instructions: Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection: Specimen received without proper identification; inappropriate specimen transport device; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label; specimen received after prolonged delay (usually more than 72 hours)
Stability: Room temperature 72 hours
Note: This test is approved for NY .
Performing Lab
Accu Reference Medical Laboratory
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| CPT Code(s): | 87081 |