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HelpTest Code BRC Bacterial Culture, Blood
Additional Codes
| Primary Code | Epic Code |
| BRC | LAB2516 |
Performing Laboratory
Central Vermont Medical Center
Specimen Required
Adult: 8-10 mL in mint bottle and 5-7 mL in maroon bottle, or (2) full SPS tubes
Pediatric: 0.5-5 mL in yellow bottle or SPS tube
Specimen Stability
<4 hours ambient, transport to lab ASAP
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Additional Information
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Blood Culture Collection Procedure
Blood Culture Timing and Techniques