PAROXYSMAL NOCTURNAL HEMOGLOBINURIA

Synonyms: PNH
Computer Code: (PNHFLR)
Specimen Collection: Peripheral blood - lavender top tube (EDTA).
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Transport and maintain speciment at 2-8° C. Speciment must be received within 48 hours of draw. A normal control should be sent with the patient specimen. If this is not possible, please contact the CIL at 518-262-5367 within 4 hours of collection so that a normal can be collected.
Reference Values: Complete panel will include: CD14, CD33, CD45, CD59, CD235a, and FLAER
Lab Code: Cellular Immunology
Requisition: CIL
Test Frequency: Mon-Fri
Routine TAT: 72 Hours
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 88184, 88185x5
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII