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Rapid PTH

Message
*Prior approval required; available STAT.
**Contact Chemistry Laboratory in advance to schedule testing.
***Must include requisition with call back phone number/pager.

Performed by the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
06.2018


Test Code
R PTH


Alias/See Also
IPTH


CPT Codes
83970

Preferred Specimen
Plasma


Minimum Volume
5mL


Transport Container
10mL Lavender (EDTA)


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Run immediately
No Add-on


Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
This assay is run Monday through Friday on the day shift. 


Reference Range
None established


Clinical Significance
This test is used to for the rapid assessment of PTH levels during surgical procedures. 




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.