Ferritin

Message

Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
10.2018

Test Code

FER

CPT Codes
82728

Preferred Specimen

Plasma from a green top (PST) tube

Minimum Volume

1mL

Transport Container

Green Top (PST) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

2 - 8 ^oC: 24 hours

Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay

Setup Schedule

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

Reference Range

22 - 277 ng/mL

Clinical Significance

This test is used to aid in the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and iron overload

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.