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Specific Gravity, Body Fluid

Message
Performing Lab: Lakeview, Regions


Test Code
3031


Alias/See Also
Sunquest: SGFL


CPT Codes
84315

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL Body Fluid


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Regions & Lakeview order Only


Methodology
Refractometer

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Same Day


Reference Range
No reference range established


Clinical Significance
Determination of body fluid Specific Gravity can aid in the distinction between transudative and an exudative fluid. Speciic Gravity in exudates is greater than in transudates.




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.