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Test Code RPRN Syphilis Diagnosis Newborn

Important Note

Please see syphilis newborn algorithm to the left, under 'Resources'.

Additional Codes

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Specimen and Container/Tube

Blood

Red top

Volume

Preferred Volume

4 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume

2 mL

Pediatric Volume

2 mL

Collection Instructions

Offsite Collection Instructions

Collect blood from venipuncture.  Fill red top tube and transport to UCMC.  If transport is > 2 hours, refrigeration is required. 

UCMC Collection Instructions

Collect blood from venipuncture.  Fill red top tube completely and send to the laboratory.

Specimen Handling and Transport Instructions

Offsite Collection Instructions

Collect blood from venipuncture.  Fill red top tube and transport to UCMC.  If transport is > 2 hours, refrigeration is required. 

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis

Gross lipemia

Gross icterus

Reference Values

Non-reactive

Turnaround Time

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

 

Test Components

Serum

Methodology

Flocculation

CPT Codes

86592

LOINC Codes

30286592

Synonyms/Search Keywords

Syphilis

Last Reviewed Date

08/14/2024

Additional Information

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