Blood Culture for Fungus

Test Code
BLDCF


CPT Codes
87103

Preferred Specimen
Special vials required, please contact microbiology.


Instructions
Please notify microbiology if Histoplasmosis is suspected, specimen will be held for 4 weeks.


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Daily upon receipt.


Report Available
Reports issued weekly.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.