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HelpTest Code MIC4 CAPD Fluid Bacterial Culture
Synonym
- BFCX
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Source: CAPD fluid
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Special Instructions: Transport specimen to laboratory as soon as possible.
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 24 hours
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Reflex Test
| Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|
| Gram Stain | No | No |
| MALDI-TOF | No | No |
| Susceptibility | No | No |
Reference Values
No growth
Cautions
Isolation of anaerobes in significant numbers from well-collected specimens including sterile body fluids, indicates infection with the identified organisms.
Method Description
Gram Stain
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