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Prothrombin Time INR

Test Code
PTINR


CPT Codes
85610

Preferred Specimen
Blue Sodium Citrate Plasma


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Container
Blue Sodium Citrate


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Specimen clotted, underfilled/overfilled tube


Methodology
Sysmex® CS-2500 System

Reference Range
PT: 9.5-12.1 seconds


Clinical Significance
Screening test for abnormalities of coagulation factors that are involved in the extrinsic pathway. Also used to monitor effects of Warfarin therapy and to study patients with hereditary and acquired clotting disorders.


Performed By
RFGH Laboratory

Performing Laboratory
RFGH Laboratory



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.