Throat Culture
SoftLab Order Code
CXTHR
Epic Order Name
THROAT CULTURE
Epic Order ID
LAB228
Tests Included
Culture.
Gram stain is not included in throat culture and must be ordered separately if needed.
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Throat swab
Collection Container
E- Swab
Alternative Collection Container
Cotton, rayon, and Dacron tipped wire shaft swabs are acceptable.
Collecting Volume
one swab
Instructions
TAT
Preliminary culture result :usually within 24hr. of receipt in the laboratory <p>Final culture result : Negative result in 48 hours , Positive result may take 48 hours or more.</p>
CPT Codes
87070