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APT Test

Test Code
229


CPT Codes
83033

Preferred Specimen
Sterile container(s)


Instructions
Submit blood-stained diaper, gauze, grossly bloody stool, or bloody vomitus.
Note: Blood in specimen may not be brown or black in color when received.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Methodology
Alkali Denaturation 

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range
Fetal origin or maternal origin


Clinical Significance
Useful for determination of fetal or maternal origin of blood in specimens other than peripheral blood, ie, bloody mucus. 


Performed By
CoxHealth



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.