HAPTOGLOBIN

Message
PLEASE NOTE: SAMPLE TYPE CHANGE as of 10/23/2018
Gold SST or LG-RED (serum) required.
 


Test Code
HAP


CPT Codes
83010

Preferred Specimen
SERUM


Transport Container
GOLD-SST


Transport Temperature
REF-3 DAYS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
HAPTOGLOBINmg/dL 0Y 00M F 16-200 0Y 00M M 16-200


Clinical Significance
Decreased haptoglobin is found in hemolytic disease, hepatocellular disease and infectious mononucleosis. Increased haptoglobin is found in inflammatory disease in the presence of tissue necrosis and in general acute inflammatory conditions.


Performing Laboratory
LMH - Chemistry x3739 or 3764



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.