Catheter Tip Culture
SoftLab Order Code
CXCAT
Epic Order Name
CATHETER TIP CULTURE
Epic Order ID
LAB224
Tests Included
Culture
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Catheter Tip
Collection Container
Sterile container
Alternative Collection Container
Catheter tips in containers with sterile saline are acceptable.
Storage or Stability
Ambient - please deliver to the laboratory within two hours of collection
Causes for Rejection
Foley catheter not acceptable: additives such as formalin or saline
Patient Preparation
Disinfect entry site in skin and carefully remove catheter. Aseptically cut off tips and place in sterile container
TAT
Preliminary culture result : within 24hrs. of receipt of the specimen in the laboratory
Final culture result : Negative result in 72 hours , Positive result may take 72 hours or more.
Final culture result : Negative result in 72 hours , Positive result may take 72 hours or more.
CPT Codes
87070