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Culture, Bone Marrow

Test Code
BOMC


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen
Bone marrow


Instructions
Submit 7 -15ml of bone marrow in sterile leakproof container using sterile technique.


Transport Container
Sterile leakproof container or yellow SPS tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Methodology
BD FX Colorimetric / Convential Culture

Reference Range
Negative Positive cultures will be identified.


Clinical Significance
Usefule the detection of bacterial and fungal organisms.




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.