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Rheumatoid Factor, Serum

Test Code
RF


CPT Codes
86430

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL serum


Instructions
Spin down


Transport Container
Gold Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Latex Agglutination

Reference Range
Negative Positive results will be titered to a limit of 1:64.


Clinical Significance
Used for the qualitative and quantitative determination of rheumatoid factor in serum which aids in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis.




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.