RPR (Monitor) with Reflex to Titer

Test Code

799

CPT Code(s)

86592

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

Test Code

799

CPT Code(s)

86592

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

RPR (Monitor) with Reflex to Titer - This is a non-treponemal screening test for syphilis. False positive results may occur due to systemic lupus erythematosus, leprosy, brucellosis, atypical pneumonia, typhus, yaws, pinta, or pregnancy. Monitoring of RPR is helpful in assessing effectiveness of therapy.

Test Resources

Clinical Focus

Syphilis: Laboratory Support for Screening, Diagnosis, and Monitoring

Test Details

Includes

If RPR Screen is reactive, then RPR titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86593).

Methodology

Flocculation

Reference Range(s)

Non-Reactive

Alternative Name(s)

Syphilis

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Includes

If RPR Screen is reactive, then RPR titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86593).

Methodology

Flocculation

Reference Range(s)

Non-Reactive

Alternative Name(s)

Syphilis

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

1 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.6 mL

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

1 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.6 mL

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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