BACTEC BODY FLUID BOTTLES
Name: BACTEC BODY FLUID BOTTLES
Mnemonic: BFBAC
Container: Bactec bottles (aerobic and anaerobic)
Handling: Direct inoculation into alcohol sterilized bactec blood culture bottles is recommended for improved recovery of microorganisms. Refer to blood culture procedure for specifics.
Component: AEROBIC CULTURE
ANAEROBIC CULTURE
Reported: Preliminary daily; final negative 7 days
CPT: 87070
Department: Microbiology
Note: Disinfect bottles with alcohol only.
Additional charges may vary based on id/sensi of significant isolates.