Diphtheria Culture (RPS)

Test Code

DIPCU

Specimen Name

Diphtheria Culture (RPS)

CPT Codes

  • 87081

Collect

Swab (1)

Stability

Room Temp

Volume

Minimum Volume

Performed

Performed daily / Reported within 72 hrs

Additional Information

Specimen MUST be received at Pathology Services on the same day of collection as RPS must receive it within 24 hours of collection.

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