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HelpEpic Code LAB1230611 Nocardia Qualitative PCR, BAL
Additional Test Codes
Viracor: 6809
Interface Order Alias
1230611
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: BAL
Container(s): Sterile, screw-cap transport tube
Preferred Volume to Collect: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
- Indicate specimen type and source
- Label specimen with 2 patient identifiers (usually name and date of birth)
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
Transport Temperature: Frozen
Specimen Stability
Frozen: Preferred for all specimen types. Contact Spectrum Health Laboratory Referrals Department at 616-267-2753 for questions on specimen acceptability
Test Frequency
Sent to reference laboratory, TAT up to 7 days.
Performing Department
Referral Send Outs
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Send Out to VIRACOR REF LAB
CPT
87798
CDM Code
80106013
Epic Test ID
1230102229
Reviewed Date
6/9/2023