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TP-PA

Message
SENDOUT/BOSTON


Test Code
TP-PA


Alias/See Also
TREPONEMA PALLDUM PARTICLE AGGLUTINATION


CPT Codes
86780

Preferred Specimen
SERUM


Instructions
DRAW 1 GOLD TOP SST TUBE, LET CLOT FOR 30 MINUTES, AND SPIN DOWN. This test is only to be ordered as a reflex test for a positive RPR.


Transport Container
SERUM


Transport Temperature
REFRIGERATED


Specimen Stability
7 DAYS


Methodology
Particle Agglutination

Setup Schedule
DAILY


Reference Range
NON REACTIVE


Clinical Significance
Part of the syphilis testing algorithm


Performing Laboratory
WEST ROXBURY MA VA Testing performed in the WROX Immunology Lab Contact: Robert Boc 857-203-5941

Additional Information
TREPONEMA PALLIDUM PARTICLE AGGLUTINATION


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.