Gram Stain
Test ID:
705763
CPT code:
87205
Clinical Use:
Determine the presence of microörganisms and to evaluate the type of specimen by type of cells seen (eg, PMN, epithelial)
Specimen Type:
Material from infected area
Requested Volume:
Smear (air-dried) made at bedside or immediately after collection is preferred or one made in laboratory from swab or clinical material.
Container Type:
Clean glass slides, swab in transport or clinical material in sterile container
Collection:
Carefully select material from infected area with a sterile swab. Gently roll swab onto a clean glass slide to make a thin smear. Air dry the slide. Do not fix.
Storage Instructions:
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Rejection Criteria
Inappropriate specimen transport device; improper labeling; specimen received after prolonged delay (usually more than 48 hours); stool or fecal source (see White Blood Cells (WBC).
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