A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z #

PROTEIN, Total (Serum)

Test Code
TP


CPT Codes
84155

Preferred Specimen
Serum


Instructions
Centrifuge PST or SST (after clotting) to separate serum from cells.


Transport Container
SST or PST for Chemistry


Methodology
Siemens Advia 1800

Reference Range
6.4-8.3 g/dL


Clinical Significance
Total protein measurements can reflect nutritional status and may be used to screen for and help diagnose kidney disease, liver disease, and many other conditions. Sometimes conditions are first detected with routine testing before symptoms have begun to appear. If total protein is abnormal, further tests must be performed to identify which specific protein is abnormally low or high so that a specific diagnosis can be made.




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.