Test Code RPRN Syphilis Diagnosis Newborn
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