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Blood Culture/ Fungus

Message


SRHC Clients:

Bottles available in Bacteriology
Collect aseptically according to instructions.




Test Code
BLF


CPT Codes
87040

Transport Container
Adult: 10 mL each in aerobic & anaerobic bottle Pediatric: up to 4 mL in pedi bottle


Specimen Stability
Transport to Lab ASAP


Methodology
Culture by BacT Alert automated system

Report Available
2-4 weeks




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.