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Test Code RPRN Syphilis Diagnosis Newborn

Important Note

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

Additional Codes

N/A

Specimen and Container/Tube

Blood

Red top

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

Test Components

Serum

CPT Codes

86592

LOINC Codes

30286592

Methodology

Flocculation

Additional Information

N/A

Volume

Preferred Volume

4 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume

2 mL

Pediatric Volume

2 mL

Turnaround Time

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

 

Synonyms/Search Keywords

Syphilis

Last Reviewed Date

08/14/2024