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D0415 Collection of microorganisms

D-Codes

Also known as: microbe collection, specimen collection

Collection of microorganisms from oral tissues using appropriate sampling techniques for subsequent culture and identification.

Clinical Context

Used to obtain oral bacterial samples for culture in diagnosis of infections and assessment of periodontal pathogens.

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Specialties

DentistryPeriodontics

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