RAPID PLASMA REAGIN,SERUM

Message
Serum exhibiting hemolysis, lipemia or contamination may interfere with test performance. Biological false positive reactions can occur in persons who abuse drugs, have diseases such as lupus erythematosus, mononucleosis, malaria, leprosy, viral pneumonia or have recently been immunized. Cross-reactions may occur with other treponemal infections such as yaws, pinta, bejel or siti.


Test Code
RPR


CPT Codes
86592 A positive result will reflex a titer at an additional charge

Minimum Volume
See Transport Container for information


Transport Container
"Age Range: 0 days - <7 days
1 MICROTAINER PLAIN

Age Range: 8 days - <150 years
1 RED
Sample Type: Serum
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
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Setup Schedule
Test pending: Test performed daily


Reference Range
"Test: RAPID PLASMA REAGIN,SERUM
Male/Female Ages >=0 Days - <8 Days:
Normal: NONREACTIVE
Positive (Reported as REACTIVE)
Male/Female Ages >=8 Days - <12 Years:
Normal: NONREACTIVE
Positive (Reported as REACTIVE)
Male/Female Ages >=12 Years:
Normal: NONREACTIVE
Positive (Reported as REACTIVE)


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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.