17-OH Progesterone LCMS

Test Code
070085


Alias/See Also
17-OHP; 17 OHP; 17OH


CPT Codes
83498

Preferred Specimen
Serum OR plasma


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing.)


Instructions
If tube other than gel-barrier tube is used, transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube. Include patient's age on the test request form.


Transport Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube OR lavender-top (EDTA) tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Room temp/Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 14 months


Methodology
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)

Setup Schedule
Monday-Friday - 1st shift




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.