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Protein, Body Fluid

Message
Performed in Chemistry

Performed at BUMCP, BUMCT, WYMCC for all specimen types

Performed at BBMC and BDMC for pleural, peritoneal/ascites and pericardial fluid

Performed at BBWMC, BCGMC, BDWMC, BEMC, BGMC, BIMC, BOMC, BTMC and BUMCS for pleural and peritoneal/ascites

The remaining facilities send testing to their designated HUB site - either BUMCP, BUMCT or WYMCC

 


Test Code
PROTBF


Preferred Specimen
Fluid


Other Acceptable Specimens
None


FDA Status
FDA Approved

Setup Schedule
Daily, Sunday through Saturday


Report Available
Less than 4 hours


Reference Range
Performance characteristics for this test have been evaluated and verified by the laboratory. There is no established reference range for body fluids. Test results must be interpreted within the clinical context.




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.