Test Code STERS STERILITY CULTURE (Spore Strips)
Performing Location
CPT
(87070) NOT APPLICABLE - only performed on non-patient specimens
Specimen Source
Sterilization Spore Strips
Reference Values
No Growth 7 days
Method
Microbiological isolation techniques
Specimen Minimum Volume
Sample volume does not apply
Turn-Around Guidelines
Upon arrival
| Maximum Hard Copy |
8 Days |
| Stat availability | No |
Collection Instructions
Process Spore Strip(s) with batch for Sterile Processor. Once processing complete, deliver Spore Strip(s) to laboratory at Room Temperature.
Special Handling
Deliver Spore strip(s) to the laboratory as soon after processing as possible. Culture set-up should be within 1 hour of processing.
LOINC
14325-5