Test code: 34286
CPT code(s): 87281
Methodology: Direct Immunofluorescence Assay
Includes: Pneumocystis jirovecii (P. carinii), DFA and Concentration
Clinical significance: Pneumocystis carinii, now considered a fungus, is an opportunistic infection seen especially in patients infected with HIV and on immunosuppressive therapy, e.g., post-transplantation. Pneumocystis carinii causes pneumonia.
Test Code: 36736
CPT Code(s): 82310, 82330, 83970
Includes: PTH Intact, Calcium, Ionized Calcium
Methodology: PTH Immunoassay (IA) • Calcium: Spectrophotometry (SP) • Ionized Calcium: Ion Specific Electrode (ISE)
Test code: 8847
CPT code(s): 85610
Methodology: Photo-optical Clot Detection
Clinical Significance: Screening test for abnormalities of coagulation factors that are involved in the extrinsic pathway. Also used to monitor effects of Warfarin therapy and to study patients with hereditary and acquired clotting disorders.
Test FAQ: Prothrombin Time with INR
