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The Journal of the Japanese Society for Clinical Microbiology |
Biblioraphy Information
| ArticleTitle |
Survey Report on Blood Volume in Blood Culture Testing in Japan |
| Language |
J |
| AuthorList |
Takeya Ohshiro1), Junichi Hirayama2), Rie Ueno2), Hiromichi Suzuki3,4) |
| Affiliation |
1) Division of Clinical Laboratory, Department of Medical Technology, Naha City Hospital
2) Department of Medical Affairs, bioMérieux Japan Co., Ltd.
3) Department of Infectious Disease, University of Tsukuba
4) Department of Infectious Disease, University of Tsukuba Hospital |
| Publication |
J.J.C.M.: 34 (3), 190-198, 2024 |
| Received |
April 8, 2024 |
| Accepted |
May 13, 2024 |
| Abstract |
Blood culture testing is essential for the diagnosis of bloodstream infections, and optimizing the blood culture volume is a crucial factor in improving the positive detection rates. We conducted a questionnaire survey to understand the status of blood volume measurement and documentation as well as other important quality control measures in blood culture in Japan. We received responses from physicians and clinical laboratory technicians at 118 facilities across the country and were able to gain insight into the current status of blood culture testing practices and training. Regarding the status of blood volume measurement as of September 2022, a total of 60 facilities (50.9%) responded that they "confirmed" blood volume, and 21 facilities (17.8%) conducted quantitative measurements. The percentage of facilities documenting quality control measures was over 90% for the positive detection rate and 2-set sampling rate but only 10.2% for blood volume. Regarding training in blood culture practice, only 40 facilities (33.9%) provided regular training opportunities. This survey revealed that awareness towards optimizing blood culture volume is lower compared to other quality control measures, such as 2-set sampling and positive detection rates. |
| Keywords |
Diagnostic Stewardship |
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