FIBRINOGEN

Message

See instructions on obtaining a platelet-poor sample in Additional Information.

Test Code

FIBGN

CPT Codes
85384

Preferred Specimen

1 Blue tube (Sodium Citrate)

Other Acceptable Specimens

None

Instructions

Centrifuge and remove platelet-poor plasma if testing will be delayed >1 hour from collection. If not tested within 4 hours of collection, freeze plasma.

Transport Container

Standard transport tube.

Transport Temperature

Freeze

Specimen Stability

Room Temperature up to 4 hours

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

Specimen too old for analysis

Methodology
Clot Detection

Setup Schedule

M, W, F

Report Available

Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.

Reference Range

163-463 mg/dL

Clinical Significance

Fibrinogen is a protein essential for blood clot formation. This test may be useful in patients with unexplained or prolonged bleeding, thrombosis, abnormal PT and/or PTT results, undergoing treatment for abnormal fibrinolysis or clotting dysfunction. High fibrinogen levels have also been associated with coronary heart disease and peripheral arterial disease.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NHMC (Hematology, Miscellaneous)

Additional Information
Obtaining A Platelet-Poor Specimen

Last Updated: June 9, 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.