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HelpTest Code BF TP Protein, Total, Body Fluid
Additional Codes
LAB196
Collection Method
Sterile body fluid collection
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Acceptable Specimens
Body fluids
Reference or Target Ranges
No reference values available for body fluid sources
Reportable Units
g/dL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 500 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 20 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 2000 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerate ASAP |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 1 month |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 6 months |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
84157
Last review/edit date
March 2024