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CYSTICERCUS ANTIBODY (IGG), WESTERN BLOT, CSF

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB2164    Geisinger Epic ID:  54897

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

CSF


Preferred collection container: 
Specimen required: 

1 mL CSF; minimum 0.5 mL



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Transport temperature: 

Room temperature.


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 7 days. Refrigerated: 14 days. Frozen: 30 days.



TEST DETAILS
CPT code(s):  86682
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Methodology: 
Western Blot
Synonyms: 

Quest test code 34869, CYSTGC


Review Date:  12/05/2024

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