Stone Analysis with Image

Test Code

30260

CPT Codes
82365

Preferred Specimen

Dry stone(s) collected in a sterile screw-cap container

Other Acceptable Specimens

Filtered material, dry stone (gall bladder, urinary bladder, salivary, prostate), submitted in a sterile plastic leak-proof screw-cap container

Instructions

Dry stone in sterile screw-cap container. Stones originating from sources not related to the kidney should be air-dried, then placed in a plastic tube or a urine collection cup. Do not use tape. Minute specimens may be placed in a gelatin capsule. Ship room temperature.

Note: Primary stone containers will be stored for 21 days only.

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 1 year
Refrigerated: 1 year
Frozen: 1 year

Methodology
Infrared Spectroscopy (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) • Stone Weight: Gravimetric

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

Set up: Daily; Report available: 5-7 days

Clinical Significance

Stone analysis is used in determining the etiology of stones. The results are often useful in determining the cause and treatment.

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.