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HelpTest Code RFS RHEUMATOID FACTOR, SERUM
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| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | RFS |
| EPIC | LAB206 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis
Method Name
Turbidimetric Immunoassay
Reference Values
< 14 IU/mL
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 1 Month
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Note: Avoid freeze/thaw cycles
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 86431 | Rheumatoid Factor, Quantitative |
Keywords
RA (RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS) FACTOR
RF (RHEUMATOID FACTOR)
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
11572-5
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube