Rheumatoid Factor Scrn (RF Screen Serum,RA FactorScreen, RA Latex, RF Latex)

Message
Positive RF will reflex to ZG080 (anti-CCP)


Test Code
RF


Preferred Specimen
1 mL Serum


Instructions
Testing Frequency: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday.


Transport Container
SST,Serum Aliq, Refrig


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 8 Days


Methodology
Latex Agglutination

Clinical Significance
"Expected Value(s):
Negative"




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.