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APT Test, Fetal Hemoglobin

Message
SRHC Clients:
Brown, tarry stools cannot be used


Test Code
APT


Alias/See Also
Differentiation of Fetal & Maternal Blood


CPT Codes
83033

Transport Container
Diaper with red, bloody stool(minimum 3-4 red blood drops)


Specimen Stability
24 hrs refrigerated or room temp


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Brown tarry stools cannot be used.


Methodology
Alkali denaturation

Setup Schedule
24/7


Report Available
8 hrs




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.