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Prothrombin Time

Test Code
PT


Preferred Specimen
5 mL. Plasma


Instructions
Specimens may be either centrifuged or uncentrifuged with plasma remaining on top of the cells in an unopened tube either at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Specimens may be frozen for up to 2 weeks. Specimens will be rejected if not full.


Transport Container
Light Blue Tube


Transport Temperature
Ambient




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.