Back to Test Directory1351 : Culture, Blood (spec.#3)
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Blood Culture
Methodology:
Bacterial Culture
ORDERING:
Test Code:
1351-6
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
10 mL Blood Culture Bottles-Aerobic/Anaerobic
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood Culture Bottles-Aerobic/Anaerobic | 1 | Room Temp | 7 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
BTLS: Collect 5-6 ml of blood in each bottle, label with patient's name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Collect 5-10 mL of blood in each bottle, label with patient's name
Specimen Comment:
Submit two blood culture bottles (aerobic and anaerobic) with 5-10 ml each
If Yellow top – SPS is submitted, only Aerobic culture will be performed.
If Yellow top – SPS is submitted, only Aerobic culture will be performed.
Alternative Specimen:
Yellow top- SPS
Billing:
CPT Codes:
87040 x 1
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
