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Catalog ID Cul Stl Vibrio Vibrio Culture

Important Note

Stool culture for Vibrio spp. must be ordered in addition to routine stool culture.

CPOE Test Name

Vibrio

Synonyms

Cul SH Vibrio

Specimen Type

Stool; rectal swab

Specimen Requirements

Stool or rectal swab

Storage and Transport

Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within 1 hour.

Causes for Rejection

Use of non sterile container; delay in transport; improper labeling; leaking specimen; patient in hospital >3 days

Reference Range

No Vibrio isolated.

Test Consists

Vibrio culture on selective medium. Should be ordered with Routine Stool Culture to rule out other causes of diarrhea.

Turn Around Time

Final negative report in 48 hours.

Performing Lab

Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807

Methodology

Culture on selective and non-selective media.

CPT / HCPCS Code

87081