CPT^® 87205, Under Primary Source Smear Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 87205 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Primary Source Smear Procedures.

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The analyst performs a technical lab test for bacteria, fungi, or cell types using Gram or Giemsa stain on a primary source with interpretation.

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KOH, whiff test and wet mount

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