ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Bronchoscopy Culture : 0060700
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Time Sensitive
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UUHSC Testing Only


Mnemonic: MC BAL

Methodology: Quantitative Culture/Identification
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Preliminary: 1 day
Final: Negative at 2 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Lower respiratory material by bronchoscopy (BAL fluid or protected brush specimens).

Specimen Preparation: Transfer fluids to a sterile container.
Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag.

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Remarks: Specimen source required.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
Identification and susceptibility tests are performed on pathogens greater then 10,000 CFU/mL.
Note: Gram stain, identification and susceptibility tests are billed separately from culture.
CPT Code(s): 87071