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Lab Test Details

Lab Test Details

SIM

40165 
CPT

87205 
Synonyms

Gram Stain, Bacterial Smear 
Specimen Type

Miscellaneous 
Container

 

Sterile container, Culture Swab
Collection Instructions

 

No cath tips or nasal swab
Volume

 

0.5 mL
Additional Information

 

This test is included with most cultures. 

 
Patient Preparation

 

 

 
Specimen Processing Instructions

 

 

 
Transport Requirements

 

Room Temp
Specimen Stability

> 1 hr  Refrigerate 
Rejection Criteria

 

Not routinely performed on throats, nasopharyngeal, stools, cath tips. Improperly labeled or identified specimens.
Reference Range

 

No polymorphonuclear leukocytes / no organisms seen
Critical Value

 
Test Includes

Examination for presence and quantity of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and bacteria 
Methodology

Gram Stained Smear 
Testing Frequency

Daily
 

 
Reviewed By

Amanda Blackwell
Reviewed Date

02/02/23