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Test Code EARC Ear Exudate, Culture

Performing Location

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Specimen Collection Information

Specimen  Min. Test Volume Collection Container Special Handling
Exudate

 

 Mini-tip Culturette or Regular Culturette Swab Use aseptic technique throughout entire collection procedure

Reference Ranges & Critical Values

Assay Gender Age Range Normal Range Critical Values Units
EARC ALL 0 Minutes – 150 Years No growth after 48 hours, or Mixed Skin Flora    

Collection Instructions

  1. Cleanse the external ear canal with a mild detergent.

  2. Obtain a Regular Culturette or Mini-Tip Culturette based on the location of the infected area.

  3. Collect the exudates on the swab from the infected site.

  4. Return the swab to the transport tube and crush the ampule with the AMPULE END UPWARD.

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Sunday

CPT

87070

LOINC

608-0