Fetal Hemoglobin, Amniotic Fluid

Test Code

36208

CPT Codes
83033<br /> **This test is not available for New York patient testing. For New York patient testing use test code 10232.**

Preferred Specimen

1 mL amniotic fluid collected in a sterile transport tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 4 months
Frozen: 3 years

Methodology
Immunodiffusion (ID)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

A.M. Sets up 3 days a week.

Clinical Significance

This test is most useful in assessing the cause of weak positive Acetylcholinesterase results in amniotic fluid samples that may or may not also have elevated alpha fetoprotein.

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.