Blood Culture, Neonatal/Pediatric BLCNP
| Method(s) | Culture |
|---|---|
| Specimen Required | |
| Collect | Greater than or equal to 0.5 mL Whole Blood; BacT Alert Pediatric. |
| Transport | 0.5 mL bottle, whole blood ambient (20-25ºC). |
| Remarks | Observe aseptic technique. See Collection and Inoculation of Blood Specimens for Routine Culture (link below). |
| Stability | Up to 24 hours ambient (20-25ºC). |
| Unacceptable Conditions | Anything over 24 hours from collection. Specimens refrigerated (2-8ºC). |
| Schedule | Daily |
| Billing Code | 3010114 |
| CPTCode | 87040 |
| Notes | Cultures are routinely held for 6 days |
| Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
| Reference Interval | |
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No growth. |
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