Test Code 2500085 GRAM STAIN
Specimen Requirements
Specimen varies.
Indicate source.
Specimen Stability Information
Please forward to laboratory ASAP for processing
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Critical Values
Any bacteria or yeast seen in a CSF specimen
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
87205
LOINC Coding
664-3
Methodology
Microscopic observation