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HelpTest Code MIC4 CAPD Fluid Bacterial Culture
Synonym
- BFCX
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: CSF Tube 3
Acceptable Container/Tube: CSF Tube 3, Sterile Container, CSF Tube 1, CSF Tube 2, CSF Tube 4
Specimen Source: Sterile body fluid
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 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 |
| MALDI-TOF | No | No |
Reference Values
No growth
Interpretation
Isolation of anaerobes in significant numbers from well-collected specimens including blood, aspirates, tissues or sterile body fluids, indicates infection with the identified organisms.
Cautions
Isolation of anaerobes in significant numbers from well-collected specimens including sterile body fluids, indicates infection with the identified organisms.
Method Description
Culture
Susceptibility (if appropriate)
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Preliminary report: 1 day
Final report: 2 to 7 days
Reporting Name
Body Fluid Culture
CPT Code Information
87070
87205 (if appropriate)
87015 (if appropriate)
87077 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
11546-9
6463-4