RPR, QUALITATIVE w/ REFLEX to TITER

Test Code

RPR

CPT Codes
86592; 86593 will be added for RPR Titer; 86780 will be added for Treponemal antibody if needed

Includes

Non-treponemal assay for Syphilis screening. Reflex testing include RPR Titer and Treponemal pallidum antibody specific assay for confirmation.

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 is a required test for Syphilis screening for CDC immigration requirements.

Useful for syphilis screening in patients less than 1 year of age. For patients older than 1 year, clients are encouraged to follow the reverse algorithm and order Syphilis Screening (SYPHB). In cases of untreated, late, or latent Syphilis, the RPR result may be negative. Reactive RPR results will reflex to RPR Titer and Treponemal pallidum antibody confirmation.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM5 (Immunology)

Additional Information
Reverse Algorithm

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.