Quantitative Bowel Culture

Label Mnemonic:	QCX
Epic code:	LAB2392
Downtime form:	Doctor/Provider Orders - Pathology Microbiology

Microbiology
BT 6004
356-2591 Bacteriology/Virology Section

Collection Medium:

Sterile container

Delivery Instructions:

Deliver to laboratory immediately after collection.

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