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Test Code CBLREF Culture, Blood, Referral

Important Note

Lab order ONLY

Additional Codes

Epic EAP
LAB4621

Performing Laboratory

Pathology Laboratory, UnityPoint Health, Des Moines

CPT

87040

Methodology

Organism Identification is performed by biochemical test and/or Bruker MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry RUO Database. Organism sensitivities (AST) are performed as applicable using Broth Microdilution and/or Gradient diffusion strips using FDA approved methodology and CLSI guidelines.  Performance has been evaluated and verified by UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Pathology Laboratory.

Alias

For client sites that send a POSITIVE blood culture bottles incubated at their own site for Plate culture, Biofire PCR and Sensitivity where applicable at our facility.