Test Code

• 7401

Test Synonym

• Bartonella DNA, PCR

Specimen Requirements

• Whole Blood Or Tissue

Container

• Lavender Top Tube, Yellow Top Tube, Yellow Acd-A, Yellow Acd-B, Sterile Container

Storage

• Refrigerated

Turn Around Time

• 8 days

CPT Codes

• 87471
  *The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are provided for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the responsibility of the billing entity. Please direct any questions regarding the CPT coding to the payer being billed.

Special Instructions

• 0.5 mL whole blood OR 5 mg tissue . Lavender-top (EDTA) tube, yellow-top (ACD) tube, or sterile container (tissue)