Vitamin B-12 with Reflex

Message
This assay is performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
If B12 is between 150 to 350 pg/mL, and plasma MMA test will be automatically ordered and sent out
05.2019


Test Code
B12R


Alias/See Also
B12


CPT Codes
82607

Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube


Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 7 days


Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (Abbott Architect)

Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week


Reference Range
211 - 911 pg/mL


Clinical Significance
This assay is used to monitor levels in the plasma.




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.