Test Code BLACT Beta-Lactamase
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Pure culture of actively growing Enterococcus, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or Staphylococcus species
Container/Tube: Approved mailing container
Collection Instructions:
1. Organism identification and specimen source are required.
2. Label as an etiologic agent.
3. Agar plate is not acceptable.
Performing Laboratory
Unity Point-Sioux City
CPT
87185
Methodology
Nitrocefin
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday