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Test Code LAB9020 Procalcitonin - (PCT) Testing for COPD Exacerbation and Lower Respiratory Infections

Important Note

Serum must be separated from gel within 8 hours of collection.

Reference Values

LRTI: <0.10 ng/mL

Sepsis: <0.50 ng/mL

Critical values (automatic call-back): >0.5 ng/mL

Additional Codes

LRTI

CPT code: 84145

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory: Chemistry

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube.  Serum must be separated from gel within 8 hours of collection.

 

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)