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HelpTest Code CHLCX / 008565-LC CULTURE, CHLAMYDIA TRACHOMATIS
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| SoftID | CHLCX |
| EPIC | LAB244 |
| LabCorp | 008565 |
Performing Laboratory
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp)
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis (eg, cervicitis, trachoma, conjunctivitis, PID, pneumonia, urethritis, nongonococcal urethritis, pneumonitis, and sexually-transmitted diseases)
Method Name
Cell Culture and Fluorescence Antibody
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
5-7 Days
Specimen Type
Swab from Affected Area – See Specimen Collection and Handling for acceptable source types.
Preferred Container
Swab – Viral, Chlamydia, or Mycoplasma culture transport provided by LabCorp, or other appropriate transport medium
Specimen Collection and Handling
Collect only one of the following:
CONJUNCTIVA:
1. Remove mucus and exudate. 2. Use a swab and firm pressure to scrape away epithelial cells from upper and lower lids.CERVIX:
1. Remove mucus/pus with a swab, discard, and use firm and rotating pressure to obtain specimen with another swab. 2. May be combined with a urethral swab into same transport medium. This combination of cervical and urethral method is highly recommended.POSTERIOR NASOPHARYNX OR THROAT: Collect epithelial cells by using a swab.
RECTUM:
Sample anal crypts with a swab. Avoid contamination with fecal material.
URETHRA:
Patient should not urinate within one hour prior to specimen collection.
1. The swab should be inserted 2 cm into the urethra. 2. Use firm pressure to scrape cells from mucosal surface. If possible repeat with second swab.To Process: Transport and store at room temperature for up to 24 hours after specimen if placed into UTM-RT medium, or refrigerate.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Swab from Affected Area
Refrigerated: 6 Days
Room Temp: 24 Hours
Note: Transport and store at room temperature for up to 24 hours after specimen is placed into UTM-RT medium, or refrigerate.
Add On Capable
Contact Reference Lab – If add-on can never be done, report the test to the Administrative Analyst
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 87110 | Culture, Chlamydia, Any Source | |
| 87140 | Culture Typing, Immunofluorescent Method, Each Antiserum |
Performing Laboratory Location
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp)
LOINC Code Information
6349-5
Keywords
CHLAMYDIA CULTURE
CHLAMYDIA TRACHOMATIS
LGV (LYMPHOGRANULOMA VENEREUM) CULTURE
Rejection Information
Bacterial swab specimen; specimen received in grossly leaking transport container; dry specimen; specimen submitted in fixative or additive; specimen received in expired transport medium or incorrect transport device; inappropriate specimen transport conditions; specimen received after prolonged delay in transport (usually more than 72 hours); specimen stored or transported at room temperature for more than 24 hours; wooden shaft swab in transport device; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label