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TPPA Syphilis Confirmation

Test Code
LAB338


Preferred Specimen
5 mL SST


Minimum Volume
2 mL serum


Other Acceptable Specimens
Lt Green LIHep if tested before sample is 48 hours old


Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP.  


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature up to 30 days


Specimen Stability
After separation from cells, store at room temperature up to 2 days. Maintain specimen at room temperature.


Report Available
14 days


Reference Range
Negative


Performing Laboratory
MONTEREY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH LAB (831-625-4811); TESTED AT SANTA CLARA PUBLIC HEALTH LAB

Additional Information
NCD_210.10_Syphilis_Screening


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.