Eye Culture
SoftLab Order Code
CXEYE
Epic Order Name
EYE CULTURE AND GRAM STAIN
Epic Order ID
LAB943
Tests Included
Culture
Gram stain
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Eye exudate or other eye material
Collection Container
E- Swab
Alternative Collection Container
Drainage from the eye is acceptable if collected using sterile technique and sent to the lab in a sterile container free from additives.
Collecting Volume
One swab or any amount of drainage
Storage or Stability
Ambient
Instructions
TAT
Gram Stain: usually available within 8 hours of receipt in the laboratory <p>Preliminary culture result : in 24 hr.</p> Final culture result : Negative result in 48 hr. , Positive result may take 48 hours or more.
CPT Codes
87070