Blood Culture Pediatric

Test Code
3040002498


Alias/See Also
1231700005


CPT Codes
87040

Includes
BLOOD CULTURE
BLOOD CULTURE GRAM STAIN


Preferred Specimen
Pediatric Blood Culture Bottle


Minimum Volume
1-4 mL


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Methodology
BD Bactec EpiCenter Method

Reference Range
No growth


Performing Laboratory
LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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.