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Clinical Information
Blood cultures for the detection of bacteria and/or fungus in the blood of pediatric patients.
Synonym
- PEDI
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: BACT Bottle PF Plus
Acceptable Container/Tube: BACT Bottle PF Plus
Specimen Source: Peripheral blood
Specimen Volume: 0.1 - 4 mL
Rejected Due To
- Adult patient collection
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
Use of pediatric bottles on adult patients may compromise the ability to recover micro-organisms. The pediatric bottles will not support the growth of anaerobic organisms.
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
Pediatric Blood Culture
CPT Code Information
87040
87077 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
6463-4