Paraneoplastic Autoantibody Evaluation, Spinal Fluid

Message
Performing Lab: Mayo


Test Code
5419


Alias/See Also
Sunquest: PNEOE
Mayo code: PAC1


CPT Codes
86256x9

Includes


Preferred Specimen
4.0 mL CSF Fluid


Instructions
See link in "Includes" section for additional information


Transport Temperature
Specimen Type Temperature Time
CSF Refrigerated (preferred) 28 days
  Frozen 28 days
  Ambient 72 hours


Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
CSF Refrigerated (preferred) 28 days
  Frozen 28 days
  Ambient 72 hours




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.