THERAPEUTIC PLASMA EXCHANGE

Test Code
LAB3834


Alias/See Also
PLASMA EXCHANGE


CPT Codes
36514

Preferred Specimen
N/A


Instructions
Arrange with outside vendor


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Methodology
Therapeutic Apheresis Procedure

Setup Schedule
Set Up:Physician should call ITxM Lab directly to schedule. New Lab name: Vitalant


Clinical Significance
Procedure utilized for treatment of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), Myasthenia Gravis, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) and other conditions.


Performing Laboratory
GBMC Blood Bank



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.