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BCC rates remained similar by CLSI criteria but increased when using NHSN list. Sharing BCC data outside of the laboratory, measuring additional BCx quality indicators, and limiting central catheter-drawn BCx were associated with lower BCC rates. BCC was associated with higher CLABSI rates in ICUs. This study demonstrated variability in laboratory practices and opportunities to optimize BCx stewardship.<\/jats:p>\n                    <jats:sec>\n                      <jats:title>IMPORTANCE<\/jats:title>\n                      <jats:p>Blood culture contamination (BCC) is associated with patient harm and unnecessary use of healthcare resources. BCC thresholds have been established; however, multiple BCC definitions exist. There is limited data on how BCC rates differ depending on the BCC definition used, what definitions laboratories most commonly use, or their approach to other blood cultures (BCx) quality indicators such as single rates or BCx positivity. 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