Quantitative Bowel Culture
Label Mnemonic: | QCX |
Epic code: | LAB2392 |
Downtime form: | Doctor/Provider Orders - Pathology Microbiology |
Microbiology
BT 6004
356-2591 Bacteriology/Virology Section
BT 6004
356-2591 Bacteriology/Virology Section
Collection Medium:
Sterile container |
Delivery Instructions:

Testing Schedule:
0700-2200, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around
Time:
Cultures are completed within 2-5 days.
Comments:
Collect approximately 1 mL of contents from duodenum or jejunum in
appropriate sterile container.
CPT Code:
87070
See Additional Information:
Specimens Requiring Immediate Delivery
Specimens Requiring Immediate Delivery