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HelpTest Code PNH Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria, RBC
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2755
Epic Description: PNH PROFILE, RBC
Synonym
PNH Profile, RBC
CD55 and CD59
Collection Limitations
Sample for PNH profile testing at ARUP Labs is only stabile for 4 days at ambient or refrigerated temperatures.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
2 – Lavender, EDTA |
6.0 mL | 0.2 mL |
| Alternate | Dark Green, Sodium Heparin – No Gel OR Dark Green, Lithium Heparin – No Gel | 6.0 mL | 0.2 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Lavender Micro, EDTA | 3 × 0.5 mL | 1 × 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Do not centrifuge. Transport whole blood refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum 5.0 mL
Minimum 0.2 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 2004366
http://ltd.aruplab.com/Tests/Pub/2004366
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Do not centrifuge. Refrigerate whole blood if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86356 x 2