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Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | TKABE |
| EPIC | LAB20277 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Detecting the presence of Babesia, Anaplasma and Ehrlichia species in whole blood specimens.
Method Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reference Values
Not detected (See individual codes for details)
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday or Thursday
Report Available
1 Day
Profile Information
|
Individual Test Description |
|---|
| ANAPLASMA PHAGOCYTOPHILIUM DNA PCR |
| BABESIA MICROTI DNA, PCR |
| EHRLICHIA DNA PCR |
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Preferred Container
Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)
Specimen Collection and Handling
Send entire tube of EDTA whole blood refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 87468 | Infectious Agent Detection by Nucleic Acid (DNA or RNA); Anaplasma phagocytophilium, amplified probe technique | |
| 87484 | Infectious Agent Detection by Nucleic Acid (DNA or RNA); Ehrlichia chaffeensis, amplified probe technique. | |
| 87469 | Infectious Agent Detection by Nucleic Acid (DNA or RNA); Babesia microti, amplified probe technique |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories