Body Fluid Culture

Test Code
BFCUL


CPT Codes
87075

Preferred Specimen
Sterile body fluid

Note: A gram stain is performed if sufficient volume of specimen
received.  


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Methodology
Culture, Conventional Technique. 

Setup Schedule
Monday - Sunday


Reference Range

No growth.


Critical Value: Any growth is considered a critical value.



Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department



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.