Test Code GRSTA GRAM STAIN

Important Note

For stool specimens, the preferred test is Leukocytes, Stool (WBCST)

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
Label Text	GRSTA
EPIC	LAB250

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

Demonstration of bacteria in clinical specimens

Method Name

Conventional Gram Stain

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be issued

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 Day

Available Stat

Specimen Type

Varies

Preferred Container

Culture Transport Media

Screw-Capped Sterile Vial

Preferred Volume

Varies: 1 mL (Screw-Capped Sterile Vial)

Specimen Collection and Handling

1. Send specimen at ambient temperature.

2. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.

3. Specimen source is required on request form for processing.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Varies

Room Temp: 24 Hours

Note: Desired stability: 24 hrs/ Max stability: 48 hours

Add On Capable

Yes

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code	CPT Description	CPT Disclaimer
87205	Smear, Primary Source with Interpretation, Gram or Geimsa Stain for Bacteria, Fungi, or Cell Types

Keywords

ACTINOMYCES

BACILLUS

BACTERIA, GRAM-POSITIVE AND GRAM-NEGATIVE

CANDIDA ALBICANS

LEPRA

NOCARDIA

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