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HelpTest Code PROGP / 500167-EX PROGESTERONE, PEDIATRIC, SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | PROGP |
| EPIC | LAB10123 |
| LabCorp | 500167 |
Performing Laboratory
Esoterix Laboratory Services (LabCorp Specialty Testing Group)
Useful For
Ascertaining whether ovulation occurred in a menstrual cycle and as a workup of some patients with adrenal or testicular tumors
This test should be ordered ONLY by a pediatric endocrinology specialist or as a result of consultation with a pediatric endocrinology specialist. For all other patients, please order “PROGESTERONE” test code “PROG”.
Method Name
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS)
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be issued
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
5-10 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)) – 0.3 mL does not allow for repeat testing
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot within 1 hour of draw and send frozen on dry ice.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 84144 | Progesterone, Quantitative |
Performing Laboratory Location
Esoterix Laboratory Services (LabCorp Specialty Testing Group)
LOINC Code Information
2839-9