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HelpTest Code 17HPE / 500163-EX 17-HYDROXYPROGESTERONE, PEDIATRIC, SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | 17HPE |
| EPIC | LAB10000 |
| LabCorp | 500163 |
Performing Laboratory
Esoterix Laboratory Services (LabCorp Specialty Testing Group)
Method Name
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS)
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
4-10 Days
Analytic time for send out tests is the time it will take to perform testing once it has arrived at the performing reference lab. Please add 1 to 2 days from time of collection to allow for receipt at NorDx central lab and shipment of specimen, add another day if specimen is collected on the day before a weekend or holiday.
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST)) – Minimum volume does not allow for repeat testing.
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen and separate from cells within 45 minutes and send frozen.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 2 Years
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Room Temp: 7 Days
Note: Stable x3 freeze/thaw cycles.
Add On Capable
Contact Reference Lab – If add-on can never be done, report the test to the Administrative Analyst
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 83498 | Hydroxyprogesterone (17-d), Quantitative |
Performing Laboratory Location
Esoterix Laboratory Services (LabCorp Specialty Testing Group)
Clinical Significance
This test should be ordered ONLY by a pediatric endocrinology specialist or as a result of consultation with a pediatric endocrinology specialist.
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube