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Performing Location
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Reference Values
No Growth 5 days
Method
BACT/ALERT 3D-CO2 detection & microbiological culture and identification techniques
CPT
87040
LOINC
600-7
Specimen Minimum Volume
Adults: 20 mL
Children: 10 mL or less as sizes dictates
Neonates: 1-3 mL
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Special Handling
Use aseptic technique throughout entire collection procedure