Culture, Throat
| Specimen | Swab from throat |
| Container Type | Culture Swab
|
| Stability | 2 days |
| Turnaround Time | 2 days if no pathogen, otherwise dependent upon growth |
| Methodology | Standard Culture |
| Reference Range | Normal Respiratory Flora |
| Transport Temp | Room Temperature |
| Instructions | Do not refrigerate. Additional charge for each identification and susceptibility. |
| CPT Code | 87070 87077 |
