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Clinical Information
Blood cultures to aid in the diagnosis of patients with suspected sepsis secondary to either a fungemia or bacteremia.
Synonym
- BLDCX
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: BACT Bottle FA Plus, BACT Bottle FN Plus
Acceptable Container/Tube: BACT Bottle FA Plus, BACT Bottle FN Plus
Specimen Source: Peripheral blood
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 8 mL
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Reflex Test
| Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Reported |
|---|---|---|
| Gram Stain | No | No |
| BCID | No | No |
| Susceptibility | No | No |
Reference Values
No growth
Interpretation
Isolation of anaerobes in significant numbers from well-collected specimens indicates infection with the identified organisms.
Cautions
Blood cultures should be drawn before the initiation of antibiotics. Adequately clean the skin to avoid contamination. Blood volume is important. TWO Blood Culture sets from 2 different sites must be collected. NEVER refrigerate blood culture bottles. Send to lab within 2 hours of collection.
Method Description
Culture
Susceptibility (if appropriate)
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Preliminary report: 1 day
Final report: 5 days
Reporting Name
Blood Culture
CPT Code Information
87040
87077 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
6463-4