CULTURE RESPIRATORY UPPER
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: RESPUP
UPHSM LIS Test #: 507
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 2 - 3 days
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
UPHSM LIS Test #: 507
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 2 - 3 days
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume:
Temperature: Ambient
Tube Type: Nasopharynx swab
Collection Info:
Collect specimen with a "Culturette".
If diphtheria is suspected, request must specify diptheria culture.
Temperature: Ambient
Tube Type: Nasopharynx swab
Collection Info:
Collect specimen with a "Culturette".
If diphtheria is suspected, request must specify diptheria culture.
Volume:
Temperature: Ambient
Tube Type: Throat, Nose, Oral, Nasal swab
Collection Info:
See above
Temperature: Ambient
Tube Type: Throat, Nose, Oral, Nasal swab
Collection Info:
See above
Methods
Conventional Culture Technique
CPT Codes
87070
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
Reference Range
N/A
