Pathology Review

Test Code
Path Review Peripheral Bld - NOCO


Alias/See Also
PRPB


CPT Codes
85060

Preferred Specimen
4.5 mL whole blood from Purple EDTA


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
0.25 mL (Microtainer EDTA)
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes


Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
Whole Blood EDTA Ambient 24 hours


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Moderate hemolysis, clotted


Methodology
Manual

Setup Schedule
Monday through Friday, AM


Report Available
Generally same day


Performing Laboratory
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Laboratory
McKee Medical Center Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
Summit View Labaratory



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.