Sputum specimens with greater than 10 squamous epithelial cells/low power microscopic field will be rejected. These samples are representative of saliva.
Respiratory collection devices received with the suction tubing attached will be rejected.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability (from collection to initiation)
24 hours
Performed
Days Performed: Daily
Reported
1-4 days
Lab info
NewYork Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Section
Bacteriology
Methodology
Gram Stain & Culture
Can this test be added to a previous specimen?
For add-on testing, please call the Microbiology lab at 212-305-6276
CPT Codes
87070
Test Information
EPIC Lab Number
LAB8701
Collect
Sterile Container
Unacceptable Conditions
Sputum specimens with greater than 10 squamous epithelial cells/low power microscopic field will be rejected. These samples are representative of saliva.
Respiratory collection devices received with the suction tubing attached will be rejected.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability (from collection to initiation)
24 hours
Performed
Days Performed: Daily
Reported
1-4 days
Lab info
NewYork Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Section
Bacteriology
Methodology
Gram Stain & Culture
Can this test be added to a previous specimen?
For add-on testing, please call the Microbiology lab at 212-305-6276
