| Test CODE | NAME |
|---|
A185
Viral Culture, Non-Respiratory
| Methodology: | Cell culture |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 5-17 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Eye swab, Lesion, Stool, Tissue (brain, colon, kidney, liver, etc.), OR Urine.
Specimen Preparation: Fluid or Stool: Transfer to sterile, leak-proof container.
Swabs or Tissue: Place in viral transport media (UTM)
Specimen source preferred
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Stability: Refrigerated: 72 hours
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| CPT Code(s): | 87252; if definitive identification performed, add 87253 |