Culture Bact Stool (STB)
Department: Microbiology
Test Synonym(s): LAB223, Feces culture, STB, Enteric pathogens, Culture Bactieral Stool
Test Components: Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter, Yersinia enterocolitica, E. coli O157:H7
CPT Codes: 87045: Salmonella/Shigella culture. 87046 (x3): Campylobacter, Yersinia, E. coli O157 cultures
Methodology: Culture
Reference Range: Negative
Tube Type: Leak-proof screw top container
Specimen: Stool
Volume: 5 - 10 g
Temperature: Room temperature
Stability: Send to lab immediately
Reasons for Rejection: Not done if patient is in hospital >3 days. Leaking container. Excessive delay in transport.
Days Performed: Daily
TAT: Culture: 3-5 days
Special Instructions: Culture includes examination for Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter, Yersinia enterocolitica, E. coli O157:H7. There will be separate charges for organism identification and susceptibility testing when appropriate. Culture not done if patient has been in the hospital > 3 days.
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