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HelpTest Code 8680 Culture (VRE)
Purpose
To identify sources of Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus. VRE is an emerging cause of nosocomial and life threatening infections. Infections with VRE have been associated with a significant morbidity, mortality and costs.
Performing Laboratory
Copley Hospital
Methodology
Conventional Culture Technique
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Rectal (VRE)
Container/Tube: Swab
Collection Instructions:
1. Label specimen with patient’s full name, date of birth,
date & time of collection, and person collecting.
2. Keep specimen at room temperature during transport.
Reference Values
Normal: No VRE Detected
Critical: VRE Detected
Stability
Room Temperature: 24 Hours
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Analytical Time: 2 Days
Aliases
VRE Culture
Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus
VRE
Culture
Test Classification & CPT Coding
87081