Back to Test DirectoryB331 : Pediatric Blood Culture #1
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
PEDIATRIC BL CULT #1
Methodology:
Bacterial Culture
ORDERING:
Test Code:
B331-0
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
Pediatric Blood Culture Bottle
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pediatric Blood Culture Bottle | 1 | Room Temp | 7 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
PBTL: Collect 5-6 ml of blood in each bottle, label with patient's name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Collect 1-3 mL of blood in bottle, label with patient's name.
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.
