Synonyms:

FECAL LEUKOCYTES STOOL WBC

LIS Mnemonic: SWBC
Department: MICROBIOLOGY
Container: CARY Blair or Sterile Container
Transport: CARY Blair: Transport within 24 hrs at room temperature Sterile container: Transport within 2 hours of collection at room temperature
CPT-4: 87205
Comments: Methodology: Gram stain of stool observed for White Blood Cells Submit: Fill Cary Blair vial to line with freshly collected stool.

CPT Codes: The CPT codes included in this publication are in accordance with Current Procedural Terminology, a publication of the American Medical Association. CPT codes are provided here for the convenience of our clients; however, correct coding often varies from one carrier to another, and Saratoga Hospital may bill specific carriers using codes other than those shown. Clients who bill for services should verify the code(s) with the applicable payor to confirm that their use is appropriate in each case.