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VDRL, CSF

Test Code
VDRL


CPT Codes
86592

Preferred Specimen
1.0 ml CSF


Minimum Volume
0.1 mL of CSF


Instructions
Bloody or contaminated specimens are not acceptable.


Transport Container
Sterile screw top container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 4 hours
Refrigerated: 4 days
Frozen: 5 days at -20 C​​


Methodology
Flocculation

Setup Schedule
Set up daily.


Report Available
Turn around time: 72 hours.




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.