RPR MONITORING

Message

Order Syphilis Screening (SYPHB) for routine Syphilis screening.

Test Code

RPRMN

CPT Codes
86592; 86593 will be added for RPR Titer if reactive

Includes

RPR and RPR Titer if test is reactive

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells. Refrigerate until tested.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days

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

Hemolyzed

Methodology
Flocculation

Setup Schedule

M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su

Report Available

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

Reference Range

Non-Reactive

Clinical Significance

This test is useful for determining the current disease status and evaluating the response to therapy for known Syphilis patients. This test should NOT be used as a primary diagnostic assay for Syphilis.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM5 (Immunology)

Last Updated: December 28, 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.