Test Code GRAM STAIN GRAM STAIN
Department
Microbiology
Specimen Type
Body fluid, Wound, Deep Abscess, Tissue or Respiratory Specimens
Method
Traditional Gram Stain
Container
Sterile conical tube with screw cap (body fliud)/ Culture swab (wound, deep abscess, tissue) / Sterile screw cap container (respiratory specimens)
Special Requirements
Gram Stain is performed with all sterile body fluids, sputum, deep wounds and does not need to be ordered separately from these tests.
Standard Volume
N/A
Pediatric Volume
N/A
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
N/A
Stability Room Temp
N/A
Stability Frozen
N/A
CPT Code
87205
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday