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11175: Alpha-globin Common Mutation Analysis

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	Alpha-Globin Commonmutat	PCR


PRIMARY
1	Whole Blood EDTA	5 (3) mL	Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 7 Day(s)
ALTERNATE
	Whole Blood ACD Sol B	5 (3) mL	Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 7 Day(s)
	WB EDTA Trace Metal		Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 7 Day(s)
	Whole Bld Heparin Lithium		Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 7 Day(s)
	Whole Blood ACD Sol A	5 (3) mL	Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 7 Day(s)
	Whole Blood Heparin	5 (3) mL	Refrigerated - 7 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 7 Day(s)

Alpha Thalassemia is a common hereditary trait and disease among individuals of Asian heritage. Disease ranges in severity from mild abnormalities of erythrocytic indices to severe anemia. Genetic counseling may be advised for some patients.

Transport Temperature: Room temperature

Setup Schedule

Monday

Reported (Analytical Time)

7 days

CPT Code

81257

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines 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.

Notes

For New York patient testing, use test code 11174.

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