4020: Culture, Stool
Test Code
- 4020
Test Synonym
- STCULT, STOOL FOR ENTERIC PATHOGENS
Volume
- 2 g
Specimen Requirements
- Stool
Container
- Cary Blair w/ Indicator (Remel) Transport, Swab
Storage
- Ambient Or Refrigerated
Turn Around Time
- 4 days
CPT Codes
-
87045, 87046
*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are provided for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the responsibility of the billing entity. Please direct any questions regarding the CPT coding to the payer being billed.
Special Instructions
- 2 Grams of stool in Cary Blair transport media. Rectal swabs in Stuarts or Amies transport medium also acceptable. Also acceptable is the Orange Cap Para- Pak C & S for enteric pathogens
Additional Information
- Stool culture for Salmonella, Shigella, Yersinia, Campylobactor and E. Coli 0157:H7.
Specimen Stability
- 72 hours (Cary Blair) 48 hours (Swab) 96 hours (Orange Cap Para-Pak for enteric pathogens)