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PT Mixing Study

Message
Performed at BUMCT-Coagulation


Test Code
PT MIX/T


CPT Codes
85611

Preferred Specimen
NA Citrate Plasma, Blue top


Instructions
BUMCS - double spin technique to obtain platelet poor plasma.
North Clinic and Orange Grove Clinic - if sample to arrive at BUMCT within 4 hours may send whole blood. If outside of 4 hours, must use double spin technique for platelet poor plasma


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Ambient 24 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.