6238 : Peritoneal KT/V, Measured
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
KT/V, MEASURED
ORDERING:
Test Code:
6238-0
Turnaround Time:
4 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
10 mL Fluid-source required, 2 mL SST Tube
Collection:
Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
---|---|---|---|
Fluid-source required | 1 | Room Temp | 7 DAYS |
SST Tube | 1 | 7 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
FLU: Submit fluid in sterile cup
SST: Fill tube, invert gently 5 times, label with patient name, let stand for minimum of 30 minutes, maximum of 1 hr, spin for 10-15 minutes
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Record total volume on requisition. Include patient's weight and height. FLUID and SERUM are required.
Specimen Comment:
Record total volume on requisition. Include patient's weight and height. FLUID and SERUM are required.
Alternative Specimen:
Urine Cup, Urine tube without preservative, Fluid Cup, Fluid Red Top, Aliquot Tube-Serum, Microtainer - Pediatric SST
Billing:
CPT Codes:
84520 x 2, 84540 x 1
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