SBE Blood Culture
- Synonyms: Sub Acute bacterial endocarditis blood culture
- LIS Mnemonic: CBSBE
Collect
Blood in blood culture bottle (Maximum 4 mLs per bottle)
Volume Required
1% of patient total blood volume - divide among multiple bottles
Minimum Required
Depends on weight of patient.
Guidelines on Blood Culture for Sub Acute Bacterial Endocarditis
Transport
Send to laboratory immediately at room temperature
Stability
Up to 1 hour after collection
Unacceptable conditions
Refrigerated bottle; delay over one hour
Days Performed
Daily
Reported
Updates Daily Until Final (final Negative at 10 Days)
CPT
87040
Methodology
Culture
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