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Protein, Body Fluid

Test Code
PROTBF (SQL)


Alias/See Also
SQL 1047
Protein, Synovial Fluid
Protein, Pleural Fluid


CPT Codes
84157

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL body fluid in Sterile plastic contatiner


Instructions
Must specify fluid type on order/requisition
See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Photometric

Setup Schedule
Days, Evenings & Nights; Monday - Saturday


Report Available
2 days max lab time




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.