Test Code CTHC CATHETER TIP CULTURE
EPIC Test ID
1230100130
Test Synonyms
IV CX|CULTURE
Collection Requirements
Cut off ½” – 1” tip of catheter using sterile technique. Place in sterile container.
Shipping and Handling Instructions
Immediate transport
Specimen Type
Catheter Tip
Specimen Source
Catheter Tip
PICC Line Tip
TLC Tip
HD Catheter Tip
Specimen Tube Description
WMH Hospital Lab:STERILE CONTAINER
Performing lab
United Health Services Laboratories
Section
WMH Microbiology
CPT Code
87070
Loinc
19128-8
EAP
LAB224