Standard TEG

Message
Performed in Coagulation

BUMCP ONLY: Samples may be transported through the pneumatic tube system however you must call 839-3471 PRIOR to collection. Send the sample at room temperature immediately after collection. Place a green TEG slip in the sample bag to ensure priority handling. If you transport by hand to the Laboratory, ensure you deliver directly to Coagulation.

NOTE: Other locations MUST walk the specimens to lab - DO NOT TUBE DOWN.


Test Code
STEG


Alias/See Also
Standard Thromboelastograph


Includes
R STD
K STD
Angle STD
Max Amp STD
LY30 STD


Preferred Specimen
NaCit tube, full
Whole blood collected in a 3.2% Sodium Citrate tube - FULL TUBE required.


Instructions
For samples drawn by venipuncture, use a 21-gauge needle. The first 3 mL of blood should not be used for TEG testing due to the possible contaminants in the sample during normal phlebotomy. Draw a discard tube if the only sample being drawn will be for TEG testing.

For line draws the first 7 mL of blood should be discarded.

Note: Transport at room temperature immediately after collection. DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Whole blood samples not collected in a 3.2% sodium citrate tube
Underfilled of overfilled
Clotted specimens
Samples contaminated with tissue contaminants
Refrigerated, chilled on ice or frozen


Reference Range


Clinical Significance
Provides a functional measurement of clotting factors, platelets, and fibrinogen, providing a global view of clot rate, strength, and stability for patient groups at risk for coagulation disorders, including cardiovascular, organ transplant, and trauma patients.



Performing Laboratory
Performed on-site system



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.