Gram Stain
Special Requirement
Transport swab or primary specimen, do not use spray fixative on slide specimen transport at room temperature. Does not rule out the presence or absence of infection. A culture is recommended for positive identification.
Methodology
Stain, microscopic exam
Special Instructions
Specify site of specimen collection
Collection Days
Monday-Friday
Report Available
Daily
CPT Code
87205
Reference Range
None
Interfering Substance
