Albumin Pleural Fluid

Test Code
LAB100085


CPT Codes
82042

Preferred Specimen
Red no-additive no-gel


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 6 months


Methodology
Dye Binding BCP, Polychromatic endpoint



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.