OBSTETRIC PANEL

Message

This panel cannot be ordered as add-on testing to previously drawn blood.

Test Code

PRNT5

Alias/See Also

Prenatal; PRNT4

CPT Codes
80055

Includes

Includes: ABO and Rh Type, RPR, Rubella, CBC, Antibody Screen, Hepatitis B Surface Ag

If the preliminary antibody screen is positive, follow up with your local hospital (where the patient will deliver) for antibody identification and indicated follow up testing for patient and infant safety.

Preferred Specimen

Four (4) tubes total:

1 Lavender tube (EDTA) and
1 Pink tube (EDTA) and
2 Gold tubes (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

2 mL each tube

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells. Do not centrifuge lavender or pink tubes.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

See individual tests

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Clotted whole blood cannot be accepted.

Methodology
Multiple

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Report Available

Report available within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.

Reference Range

See individual tests

Clinical Significance

The obstetric panel consists of a group of blood tests commonly performed during the first trimester of pregnancy. These tests can help identify certain problems during the pregnancy and can also guide any treatment needed for the mother or for the baby immediately after birth.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
(Multiple)

Last Updated: June 14, 2023

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.