Haptoglobin

Test Code
HAPTO


Preferred Specimen
1 mL Lithium Heparin Plasma, Serum(SST), Sodium Heparin Plasma


Instructions
"Plasma must be physically separated from the cells with a maximum limit of 2 hrs. from collection time.
Testing Frequency: 24/7"


Transport Container
PST, Plasma Separator


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: Ref - 1 week; Frozen - 3 months


Methodology
Nephelometry

Reference Range
"M Up to 999 Years 30 - 200 mg/dL
F Up to 999 Years 30 - 200 mg/dL"




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.