Staphylococcus spp-PCR WOUND

CPT Code

87481; 87640; 87651; 87653; 87798; 87801

Specimen Type

Wound

Container Type

ESWAB

Stability

Room Temperature 24 hours; 2-8°C, 48 hours

Clinical Notes

The purpose of this assay is to detect and identify wound pathogens collected in wound specimens. Antibiotic ressistance will be tested in the event of a positive.

Performing Lab

Principle Laboratory - Houston
16840 Buccaneer Ln
Suite 281
Houston, TX 77058