Back to Test Directory5851 : Abnormal APTT Assessment
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Abnormal Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time Assessment
Clinical Utility:
Components:
MIXING STUDIES-APTT, FACT. VIII ACT., FACT. IX ACT., FACT. XI ACT., PROTHROMBIN TIME (PT), P.T.T., PTT-LA sens., DRVVT PANEL, LA HEX DIFF
ORDERING:
Test Code:
5851-1
Turnaround Time:
7 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
Aliquot Plasma-Citrated-Blue Top, Aliquot Plasma-Citrated-Blue Top, Aliquot Plasma-Citrated-Blue Top, Aliquot Plasma-Citrated-Blue Top
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aliquot Plasma-Citrated-Blue Top | 7 | 7 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
ALQC: Collect full blue-top (citrated) tube. Centrifuge Blue-top at high speed for 15 minutes. Transfer plasma into plastic transfer tube. Label with date/time collected, PLASMA and patient's name.
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Collect full blue-top (citrated) tube. Centrifuge Blue-top at high speed for 15 minutes. Transfer plasma into plastic transfer tube. Label with date/time collected, PLASMA, patient's name and freeze.
Specimen Comment:
Submit 6 citrated plasma aliquots.
Billing:
CPT Codes:
85732 x 8, 85240 x 1, 85250 x 1, 85270 x 1, 85610 x 1, 85730 x 2, 85613 x 2, 85598 x 1
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
