Back to Test DirectoryT447 : Ostase - Alkaline Phosphatase Bone Specific
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Bone Specific Alkaline Phosphatase
Methodology:
Chemiluminescence
Clinical Utility:
Bone Specific Alkaline Phosphatase provides a general index of bone formation and a specific index of total osteoblast activity. It is particularly useful for monitoring bone formation therapies and antiresorptive therapies.
ORDERING:
Test Code:
T447-2
Turnaround Time:
2 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
2 SST Tube
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| SST Tube | 1 | Refrigerate | 2 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
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:
Primary Instruction: 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 Instruction: refrig. If not being submitted same day as collection, specimen must be spun down, poured into an aliquot and frozen.
Storage/Transport Instruction: refrig. If not being submitted same day as collection, specimen must be spun down, poured into an aliquot and frozen.
Specimen Comment:
If not submitted within 48 hrs specimen MUST BE SUBMITTED FROZEN.
Alternative Specimen:
Microtainer - Pediatric Red, Red Top, Microtainer - Pediatric SST, Aliquot Tube-Serum, Aliquot Serum- Red Top
Billing:
CPT Codes:
84080 x 1
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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.
