- TIPCU
Catheter Tip Culture (RPS)
Test Code
TIPCU
Specimen Name
Catheter Tip Culture (RPS)
CPT Codes
- 87070
Collect
Sterile Container (1)
Stability
Room Temp
Volume
Vascular catheter tip in a sterile container (1 inch section)
Minimum Volume
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Performed
Specify type of catheter on specimen container and the test request form. Performed daily / Prelim at 1 day. Final at 2 days. Cultures with growth will be held 2-4 days.
Additional Information
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