Heelstick Eval.

Test Code
HEEL


Preferred Specimen
Whole Blood EDTA


Instructions
Testing Frequency:


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature or Refrigerated 2-8C


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 72 Hours


Methodology
Tube Methodology



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.