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Prothrombin Time/INR (POCT)

Test Code
POC302


Alias/See Also
PCPT


Preferred Specimen
Whole blood from a fingerstick


Instructions
Fingerstick: Sample 1st drop of blood.


Setup Schedule
Set Up:Monday - Friday


Reference Range
Prothrombin Time Roche Coaguchek XS Pro seconds 10.9 -13.3
INR Roche Coaguchek XS Pro   Refer to therapeutic ranges


Clinical Significance
The American College of Chest Physicians/National Heart Lung Blood Institute has recommended MODERATE INTENSITY COAGULATION REGIMEN (INR 2.0-3.0) for most indications with the exception of patients with MECHANICAL PROSTHETIC HEART VALVES for whom the recommended range is (INR 2.5-3.5).

NOTE: The INR is indicated for coumadin therapeutic monitoring only, ideally patients who have been on stable coumadin doses for at least two weeks.


Performing Laboratory
GBMC POC



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.