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Epic Code LAB3381 Ciprofloxacin Resistant Enteric Screen

Test Name Alias

Cipro Resistant Enteric Screen | 2021 | 2021

Interface Order Alias

11687

Ordering Instructions

This test is limited to male urology patients that are scheduled to undergo prostate biopsy. Swab specimens are to be collected at the clinic 5 to 7 days prior to the prostate biopsy procedure.

Icons & Photos

ESwab 

Collection Instructions

Specimen Type: Rectal swab
Container/Tube: ESwab
Collection Instructions: Indicate source of specimen. Specimen is unacceptable if received without fluid or swab in the transport tube.

  1. Open the peel pouch and remove the contents. Aseptically unscrew and remove the cap from the ESwab.

  2. Place the tube in a secure position so as not to allow the liquid to leak out of the tube.

  3. Remove the swab. Collect the patient's sample using the swab. 

  4. Insert the swab back into the tube of liquid, all the way to the bottom of the tube.

  5. Holding the swab shaft close to the rim of the tube, break the applicator shaft at the color breakpoint indication line.

  6. Screw the cap on tightly to prevent leakage. Discard the broken handle of the shaft into an approved medical waste disposal container.

  7. Write the patient's information (Name and Date of Birth) on the tube or apply a label with patient’s information. Indicate source.

  8. Send specimen to the Laboratory.

 

Specimen Transport Temperature: Ambient

 

Note: The ESwab fluid maintains the viability of diverse bacteria. Do not send a dry ESwab as this will lead to unsatisfactory results. If the tube spills its contents prior to inserting the swab, the liquid is non-toxic. Simply put the swab into another tube before sending it to the laboratory and discard the spilled tube.

Specimen Stability

Ambient: Send to laboratory as soon as possible

Refrigerate: 48 hours

Laboratory Retention: 4 days

Test Frequency

Available daily. Usual TAT 24-48 hours if negative, up to 72 hours if positive

Reference Range

No Ciprofloxacin resistant Enterobacteriaceae isolated.

Performing Department

Microbiology

Performing Department Laboratory Location

Corewell Health Reference Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI

Methodology

Manual

CPT

87081

CDM Code

3068708101

Epic Test ID

1230100493

Additional Information

Aerobic swab – Red top with sponge in bottom may be an acceptable container until eswabs are available.

Reviewed Date

9/7/2023