RPR (Monitor) with Reflex to Titer : 799

Test Code

RPRSCT or 799

CPT Codes
86592 If RPR Screen is reactive, then RPR titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86593).

Includes

If RPR screen is reactive, then reflex to Non-orderable RPR titer (code RPRTT interface code %36203.

Transport Container

Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum

Minimum Volume
0.6 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature.

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 4 days; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 30 days

Methodology
Flocculation

Setup Schedule

Sunday - Saturday

Report Available

1 day

Reference Range

Nonreactive

Clinical Significance

This is a non-treponemal screening test for syphilis. False positive results may occur due to systemic lupus erythematosus, leprosy, brucellosis, atypical pneumonia, typhus, yaws, pinta, or pregnancy. Monitoring of RPR is helpful in assessing effectiveness of therapy.

Performing Laboratory
med fusion

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.