Fibrinogen, Plasma

Message
Test is performed at local Kansas City communities only.


Test Code
213


CPT Codes
85384

Preferred Specimen

Specimen Type: Whole Blood

Collection Container/Tube: Light-blue top (3.2% sodium citrate)

Specimen Volume: Properly filled 9:1 ratio (blood to anticoagulant); 3.2% NaCitrate tube




Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
Whole blood Ambient 4 hours
Plasma Frozen  2 weeks


Reference Range

None



Clinical Significance

A decrease of the fibrinogen level is observed in DIC, fibrinolysis, and hereditary diseases.



Performed By
EmpowerMe Diagnostics



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.