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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
,
Dallas
,
TX
75235
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General Information
Performed: Daily
Turn Around Time: Preliminary at 24 hours. Final at 48 hours if negative.
CPT Codes: 87071
Performed By: Microbiology Lab
Notes: Blood cultures are recommended in conjunction with culture of intravenous catheter tips.
Components
Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
IV Catheter Tip Culture |
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< 15 colonies |
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Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Cath Tip |
Sterile Cup |
1 |
|
|
Room temperature |
Room Temperature |